/dɒk-dɪˈfɛns/ – verb
Definition: bào chữa tại chỗ (do bị can thực hiện với sự trợ giúp của luật sư).
A more thorough explanation: The legal English definition of “dock-defence” refers to the act of defending oneself or one’s case while standing trial in a court of law. It involves presenting arguments, evidence, or legal justifications to counter the accusations or charges brought against the defendant. The term specifically relates to the defense strategy employed by an individual or their legal representative during a criminal trial.
Example: In the case of Smith v. Jones, the defendant’s dock-defence argued that the evidence presented by the prosecution was insufficient to prove his guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.