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Improper

improper adj

: not proper: as
a : not in accord with correct procedure [an venue]
b : wrongful
;specif
: in violation of a constitution [the denial of trial by jury was held ]
im·prop·er·ly adv



Source: Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law ©1996. Merriam-Webster, Incorporated. Published under license with Merriam-Webster, Incorporated.

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