What does comity mean?
noun
Comity refers to a state of mutual respect, courtesy, and civility, especially in a formal or official setting. It can also describe a court's decision to decline jurisdiction in a case where another court has already made a ruling.
Example
"The judge's decision to grant comity to the foreign court's ruling was seen as a gesture of goodwill and cooperation."
Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.