fact finder
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of fact finder
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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Jury trial and due process protections, in our legal system, safeguard the rights of parties to present facts to a fact finder.
From Slate ● Oct. 9, 2025
Opper said her decision did not “clear Rep. Brandtjen of any wrongdoing, there is just not enough evidence to move forward to let a fact finder decide.”
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 19, 2024
The lawyers said they wanted her to serve as a neutral fact finder in determining if a violation happened, but Noreika said that is the Justice Department’s job - not the judge’s.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 27, 2023
Judge Leon served as the primary fact finder throughout the six-week trial, and then issued this opinion.
From The Verge ● Jun. 15, 2018
“P.P.’s transformation from impartial fact finder to combative advocate before deliberations began is separate and serious misconduct,” Corrigan wrote.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2014
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