procedural due process

noun

A legal doctrine in the United States that requires government officials to follow procedures before taking away a person’s life, freedom, or property.

Meanings

nounprocedural due process (uncountable)
  1. uncountableA legal doctrine in the United States that requires government officials to follow procedures before taking away a person’s life, freedom, or property.
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