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A full hearing is a legal proceeding where a judge or decision-maker listens to evidence and arguments from both sides to make a decision on a matter. It can be open to the public and may involve witnesses testifying.
Examples of full hearings include:
In family law, a full hearing can refer to a trial or examination of facts relating to child custody or child abuse and neglect. It can also include adjudication hearings, dispositional hearings, and permanency hearings.
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