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quasi-judicial Definition

quasi·-judicial (-jo̵̅o̅ dis̸həl)

adjective

having to do with powers that are to some extent judicial, as those of certain federal or state boards and commissions
quasi-judicial Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • function: It has a number of quasi-judicial functions where it uses powers similar to those of the High Court.
  • role: However, she believes that when the WDA mergers with the Assembly, the commercial role and the quasi-judicial role must be kept separate.
  • review: At least in this respect, quasi-judicial review may transcend the limits of ordinary judicial review.
  • body: The initial decision-making on asylum applications could be carried out by an independent, quasi-judicial body.
  • capacity: In taking the decisions outlined in this paragraph the Tribunal will be acting in a quasi-judicial capacity.
  • process: The determination of planning applications is a quasi-judicial process.