question of fact

American  

[kwes-chuhn uhv fakt] / ˈkwɛs tʃən əv ˈfækt /

noun

1. a question concerning the reality of an alleged event or circumstance in a trial by jury, usually determined by the jury.

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• question of law vs. question of fact

Example Sentences

In his ruling, the judge stated whether Mr Adams was "at the material times" a member of the IRA or its leadership "is a question of fact that can only be determined at full trial".

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2024

“We’re of course very disappointed with the judge’s ruling. … We think that this is a case, a question of fact, that should go to a jury to decide,” Coffman said.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 1, 2021

Its viral aftermath has taken such an unreal turn that the truth is no longer a mere question of fact – it’s a matter of power and perspective.

From The Guardian • Feb. 4, 2019

Whether or not the abuse occurred is a question of fact to which we will never have an answer, not a subject for artistic interpretation or intellectual posturing.

From Salon • Feb. 8, 2014

In English law, once the jury had given a verdict there could be an appeal on a question of law but there could be no appeal on a question of fact.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton