matter of law

American  

noun

Law.

1. an issue or matter to be determined according to the relevant principles of law.

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matter of law British  

noun

1. law an issue requiring the court's interpretation of the law or relevant principles of the law Compare matter of fact

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matter of law

In her ruling, Judge Garnett said two of the four federal charges did not "meet the federal statutory definition of a 'crime of violence' as matter of law".

From BBC ● Jan. 30, 2026

Rather, they should be a matter of law.

From MarketWatch ● Jan. 15, 2026

They need to be addressed as a matter of law and because failure to comply with terms of the treaty undermines growth across the continent.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 23, 2025

A federal district court granted summary judgment to Felix, removing the question of whether the shooting was reasonable from a jury and declaring the killing legally justified as a matter of law.

From Slate ● Apr. 15, 2025

I have heard the story so far as it is public, and up to now I may tell you that, as a matter of law, you are in no real danger.’

From The Queen Against Owen by Allen Upward