Dismiss

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-005331",
  "term": "Dismiss",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "To terminate a legal action or a charge against a defendant without a trial or a finding of guilt or innocence. A dismissal occurs by order of the court, either on its own motion or upon a motion by the prosecution or defense. A case is dismissed with prejudice when the prosecutor is barred from refiling the same charges, whereas a dismissal without prejudice permits the charges to be brought again at a later time.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/dismiss/"
}