declaratory judgment

American  

noun

Law.

1. a judgment that merely decides the rights of parties in a given transaction, situation, or dispute but does not order any action or award damages.

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Example Sentences

“We’re seeking a declaratory judgment that this kind of coercion and the threats of prosecution against Joshua violate the First Amendment,” Sher Tremonte lead counsel Noam Biale told me.

From Slate

Brooks is now seeking a trial by jury and a declaratory judgment against the woman, compensatory and punitive damages, and an injunction prohibiting the woman from continuing “her extortionate behavior” and “further publicizing her false allegations” against Brooks.

From Los Angeles Times

The lawsuit asks for a jury trial and is seeking a declaratory judgment to void the 2023 tour contracts and order an accounting of its finances.

From Los Angeles Times

It was seeking a declaratory judgment and an injunction, but no damages.

From Salon

The district had filed the declaratory judgment suit last September seeking the court's opinion.

From Salon