advisory opinion

noun

, Law.

1. a formal opinion that is given on a point of law by a court, judge, or judges on request from a legislature or government official, contrasted with an opinion in a case at law where the point is being adjudicated.

Example Sentences

“Not even the United States can obtain an advisory opinion on the constitutionality of Texas’s law by suing Texas.”

From Washington Post

The court may also give an advisory opinion upon any dispute or question referred to it by the council or by the assembly.

From Project Gutenberg

I was recommending a favorable advisory opinion from the security point of view from the Department of State.

From Project Gutenberg

The court may also give an advisory opinion upon any dispute or question referred to it by the Council or by the Assembly.

From Project Gutenberg