Constitutional

Procedural Due Process

/ pruh-SEE-jur-ul doo PROS-es /

Definition

Fair procedures before the government deprives a person of rights.

Used in Context

“Procedural due process requires notice and an opportunity to be heard.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: procedere, to go forward

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