In a court setting, the term "sustained" refers to a judge's ruling that agrees with an objection made by one of the attorneys during a trial or hearing.
What Does "Sustained" Mean in Court?
- When an attorney objects to something (like a question, evidence, or testimony), they are essentially asking the judge to disallow it.
- If the judge sustains the objection, it means the judge agrees that the objection is valid.
- As a result, the question or evidence objected to is not allowed or must be withdrawn.
- The opposite of "sustained" is "overruled," which means the judge disagrees with the objection and allows the question or evidence to proceed.
Example:
- Attorney: "Objection, your honor, this question is leading."
- Judge: "Objection sustained. Please rephrase the question."
In summary, "sustained" means the judge supports the objection and prevents the contested matter from being considered.
