Motion to dismiss

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-003313",
  "term": "Motion to dismiss",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A formal request by a defendant to a court to terminate a lawsuit without further proceedings. This motion asserts that the plaintiff's complaint fails to state a claim upon which relief can be granted, or that the court lacks jurisdiction. If granted, the case is ended, although the plaintiff might be allowed to amend their complaint.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/motion-to-dismiss/"
}