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interlocutor
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A quick definition of interlocutor:
Term: INTERLOCUTOR
Definition: An interlocutor is a type of legal order that is not the final decision in a case. It is a ruling that deals with a specific aspect of the case, but does not bring the case to a close.
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: In Scots law, an interlocutor is a nonfinal judicial order that disposes of any part of a case.
Example: In a divorce case, an interlocutor may be issued to determine child custody or spousal support before the final divorce decree is issued.
The example illustrates how an interlocutor is a legal order that resolves a specific issue within a case, but does not necessarily bring the case to a final conclusion. It is a way for the court to make progress on a case and address important issues in a timely manner.