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Nexus Law & Legal Definition

Generally, a nexus refers to a connection. In case law, the term may appear when discussing the legality of a governmental restriction, and whether the means of restriction is justifiable in light of the right being restricted. A nexus is often required in all types of cases to establish jurisdiction, apply conflict of laws issues, establish due process in criminal cases, prove causation, etc.





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