Sub judice

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The term implies specific limitations on discussing active legal cases to avoid influencing the outcome.

Since the trial is ongoing, it remains sub judice, and I can't speak about it.

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Journalists must be careful not to report details of a sub judice matter that may prejudice the case.

The journalist avoided commenting on the sub judice matter during the broadcast.

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Remember that sub judice is about public discussions, which include social media and public forums on the internet.

Even though it's tempting, discussing the details of the sub judice case on Facebook is not allowed.

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