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 fact

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

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

“The existence of other PCB sources merely creates a question of fact regarding the amount of damages for which Monsanto is responsible.”

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 27, 2017

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