vexatious appeal

vexatious appeal
A frivolous or unjustified appeal taken for the purpose of hindering or delaying justice. 5 Am J2d A & E § 1024. vexatious litigation. Same as vexatious suit.

Ballentine's law dictionary. . 1998.

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