How Do You Spell GOTTEN OFF ON A TECHNICALITY?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈɒtən ˈɒf ˌɒn ɐ tˈɛknɪkˈalɪti] (IPA)

The phrase "gotten off on a technicality" is commonly used to describe the situation when someone avoids punishment for a crime or offense due to a minor or technical error in the legal proceedings. The word "gotten" is the American English form of "got", which is pronounced /ɡɑt/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The phrase itself is pronounced as /ˈɡɑtn ɒf ɒn ə ˌtɛknɪˈkæləti/. The use of the word "gotten" instead of "got" is considered archaic in British English.

GOTTEN OFF ON A TECHNICALITY Meaning and Definition

1. The phrase "gotten off on a technicality" refers to a situation where a person accused of a crime or wrongdoing is acquitted or freed due to a legal technicality, despite potentially being guilty. It suggests that the person has exploited a loophole or a minor error in the legal process, which prevents the prosecution from proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

   When someone is said to "get off," it means they are absolved from the punishment or consequences they might have faced for their actions. The term "technicality" describes a minor or trivial aspect of the law, an error in procedure, or a specific legal requirement that has not been met. In the context of a legal case, it refers to a mistake or deficiency that does not directly relate to the innocence or guilt of the accused, but rather to a procedural flaw that can result in the case being dismissed or the accused being released.

   This phrase often conveys a sense of frustration or disappointment, as it implies that justice may not have been served or that a guilty party may have evaded accountability due to a legal technicality. It highlights the possibility of an unjust outcome based on a technical detail rather than a fair evaluation of the evidence. The notion of "getting off on a technicality" suggests that the legal system's focus on intricate rules and procedures can sometimes undermine the pursuit of justice.

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