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adversarial proceeding (s) (noun), adversarial proceedings (pl)
Opponent-driven court litigation: In a adversarial proceeding, one side opposes the other.

Prosecution seeks to convict or find defendants guilty, while defense counsel seeks to defend their clients and seek their acquittal.

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