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Simple English definitions for legal terms
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A quick definition of instance:
Instance: An example or occurrence of something happening. It can also mean starting a legal process or urgently asking for something. When we want to explain something, we can use instances or examples to help others understand. For example, a teacher might instance three different types of animals to explain the concept of mammals to their students.
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: An example or occurrence, the act of instituting legal proceedings, or urgent solicitation or insistence.
- There were 55 instances of reported auto theft in this small community last year.
- The court of first instance is responsible for hearing initial legal proceedings.
- She applied for the job at the instance of her friend, who recommended her for the position.
The first example illustrates an occurrence of auto theft in a community. The second example illustrates the act of instituting legal proceedings in a specific court. The third example illustrates urgent solicitation or insistence from a friend to apply for a job.