Simple English definitions for legal terms
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Lack of prosecution means that a person who started a legal case did not continue with it. This can lead to the case being dismissed or thrown out. It is also called "want of prosecution" or "no progress".
Definition: Lack of prosecution refers to the failure of a litigant to pursue a case, resulting in dismissal for want of prosecution. It is also known as want of prosecution or no progress.
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These examples illustrate how lack of prosecution can lead to the dismissal of a case. If a party does not actively pursue their case, the court may determine that they have abandoned it and dismiss it as a result.