Definitions for question of fact
ques·tion of fact

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:3.0 / 2 votes

1. question of fact, matter of factnoun

   a disputed factual contention that is generally left for a jury to decide

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1. question of fact

   In law, a question of law, also known as a point of law, is a question that must be answered by applying relevant legal principles to interpretation of the law. Such a question is distinct from a question of fact, which must be answered by reference to facts and evidence as well as inferences arising from those facts. Answers to questions of law are generally expressed in terms of broad legal principles and can be applied to many situations rather than be dependent on particular circumstances or factual situations. An answer to a question of law as applied to the particular facts of a case is often referred to as a conclusion of law. In several civil law jurisdictions, the highest courts deem questions of fact as having been settled by the lower courts and will only consider questions of law. They thus may refer a case back to a lower court to re-apply the law and answer any fact-based evaluations based on their answer on the application of the law. International courts such as the Benelux Court of Justice and the European Court of Justice will only answer questions of law, asked by judges of national courts if they are not certain about the interpretation of the law of multilateral organizations. Questions of law are resolved by a judge or equivalent, while questions of fact are resolved by a trier of fact, which in the common law system is often a jury. Conclusions of law are more readily reconsidered by an appellate court, whereas findings of fact in a common law legal system are rarely overturned.

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1. question of fact

   A question of fact refers to a disputed issue or piece of evidence in a trial that is left to the decision of the jury or judge to determine its veracity or reality. It is a factual issue arising out of a lawsuit or criminal case that must be decided by the court or jury, and which is not related to a question of law.

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1. Question of fact

   In law, a question of fact is a question which must be answered by reference to facts and evidence, and inferences arising from those facts. Such a question is distinct from a question of law, which must be answered by applying relevant legal principles. The answer to a question of fact is usually dependent on particular circumstances or factual situations. To illustrate the difference: ⁕Question of fact: Did Mr. and Mrs. Jones leave their 10-year-old child home alone with their baby for 4 days? ⁕Question of law: Does leaving a baby with a 10-year old child for 4 days fit the legal definition of child neglect? All questions of fact are capable of proof or disproof, by reference to a certain standard of proof. Depending on the nature of the matter, the standard of proof may require that a fact be proven to be "more likely than not", that is there is barely more evidence for the fact than against, as established by a preponderance of the evidence; or true beyond reasonable doubt. Answers to questions of fact are determined by a trier of fact, such as a jury, or a judge. In many jurisdictions, such as the United States, appellate courts generally do not consider appeals based on errors of fact. Rather, the findings of fact of the first venue are usually given great deference by appellate courts.

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   The numerical value of question of fact in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

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   The numerical value of question of fact in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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2. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Question_of_Fact
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