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Scotch verdict

noun

Definition of SCOTCH VERDICT

1
:  a verdict of not proven that is allowed by Scottish criminal law in some cases instead of a verdict of not guilty
2
:  an inconclusive decision or pronouncement
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First Known Use of SCOTCH VERDICT

1912

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