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<p>In law, a <b>hearing</b> is the formal examination of a case (civil or criminal) before a judge. It is a <a href="page.php?w=Legal_proceeding">proceeding</a> before a court or other decision-making body or officer, such as a <a href="page.php?w=government_agency">government agency</a> or a legislative committee.</p>

<p><big>Description</big></p>
<p>A hearing is generally distinguished from a <a href="page.php?w=trial_%28law%29">trial</a> in that it is usually shorter and often less formal.</p>

<p>During the course of litigation, oral arguments are presented</p><p>
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