In extenso
In full.
The Latin expression "in extenso" denotes that a text, quotation or document is reproduced in full and without any omissions.
In legal practice, the term is used to indicate that a source—such as a statutory provision, a judgment or a contract—is presented in its entirety. This ensures that the reader or the court is not provided with only a selection or summary, thereby guaranteeing the full context.
The designation is relevant in proceedings and legal opinions, as a complete reproduction can prevent disputes over interpretation. In practice, it arises when documents are submitted to the court or when higher case law is cited.
Lawyers use the term, for example, when they wish to have a judgment or an EU regulation included in full in a procedural document.
“Counsel requested the court to add the judgment in extenso to the case file.”
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