Define: Petition

Petition
Petition
Quick Summary of Petition

A formal written request made to a court, asking for an order or ruling on a particular matter. For example, if you want to be appointed conservator for an elderly relative, you must file a petition with a court. See also complaint.

What is the dictionary definition of Petition?
Dictionary Definition of Petition
A formal written request, typically one signed by many people, appealing to authority with respect to a particular cause.
  1. A formal, written request made to an official person or organized body, often containing many signatures.
  2. A compilation of signatures built in order to exert moral authority in support of a specific cause.
  3. A formal written request for judicial action.
  4. A prayer; a supplication; an entreaty.
  5.  To make a request, commonly in written form.
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This glossary post was last updated: 28th March, 2024.

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