Shocks the conscience

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-004539",
  "term": "Shocks the conscience",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A legal standard used by courts to describe an act or decision so offensive, unjust, or egregious that it offends the moral sense of the community. This phrase is invoked when a judgment, verdict, or administrative action is perceived as grossly unfair or disproportionate. It serves as a high bar for judicial intervention, particularly in reviewing damages awards or governmental conduct.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/shocks-the-conscience/"
}