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What occurs during a motion hearing?

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What is a motion hearing?

  • Category: Courts
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  • State: Georgia

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A motion hearing is a legal proceeding where a party asks a judge to make a ruling or order on a specific legal issue.

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The purpose of a motion hearing is to allow a party to present a request to the judge for a specific ruling or order on a legal matter. It provides an opportunity for both sides to argue their positions and for the judge to make a decision based on the evidence and arguments presented.

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