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banc

American  
[bangk] / bæŋk /

noun

Law.
  1. the seat on which judges sit in court.

  2. in banc, with all the judges of a court present; as a full court.

    a hearing in banc.


banc British  
/ bæŋk /

noun

  1. law sitting as a full court

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Etymology

Origin of banc

1250–1300; Middle English < Old French < Germanic: bench

Example Sentences

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The full en banc panel could request a new briefing on these issues from both sides, asking what they think about the panel decision that was issued last week, and it would be extremely likely to have oral arguments.

From Slate

If the en banc’s majority also ends up ruling against Khalil, at that point he would have the option of appealing to the U.S.

From Slate

Khalil essentially has one option left before being forced to go through immigration court: request a rehearing en banc.

From Slate

He can request a rehearing en banc with the 3rd Circuit, which is an opportunity for all the judges on the court to rehear his case.

From Slate

“We have several options available for next steps, including being able to seek review en banc from the Third Circuit. The status quo remains in place while we continue the legal fight.”

From The Wall Street Journal