Mistake

Definition - Noun
1  : an unintentional error esp. in legal procedure or form that does not indicate bad faith and that commonly warrants excuse or relief by the court <the court's power to revise a judgment because of fraud, ~, or irregularity> <a clerical ~>
2  : an erroneous belief: as
a  : a state of mind that is not in accordance with the facts existing at the time a contract is made and that may be a ground for the rescission or reformation of the contract
b  : a misconception at the time of an offense alleged by a defendant



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