due process of law

noun

due process

Meanings

noundue process of law (uncountable)
  1. uncountablelawdue process

Synonyms & antonyms

noun(law) the administration of justice according to established rules and principles; based on the principle that a person cannot be deprived of life or liberty or property without appropriate legal procedures and safeguards

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