Reversible error

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-004313",
  "term": "Reversible error",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A mistake made by a trial court during legal proceedings that is serious enough to warrant overturning the judgment on appeal. This type of error must have prejudiced the substantial rights of a party or affected the outcome of the case. Examples include incorrect jury instructions or the improper admission of evidence.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/reversible-error/"
}