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Published: Jul 14, 2025 Last updated: Sep 18, 2025

What it means: Who appeared in Court before the judge.

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Announced Ready

Definition: refers to when a party or their attorney informs the court that they are prepared to proceed with a hearing or with a trial.
What it really means: You (or your lawyer) are basically saying “I’m ready to present my case to the judge.”

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