Nonlegal (adjective)

Not based on or recognized by law.

Origin:

Derived from the words 'non' meaning 'not' and 'legal' meaning 'pertaining to law or having a basis in law.'.

Examples:

1. Nonlegal agreements such as verbal agreements are not enforceable in a court of law.
2. The company policy states that all disputes must be resolved through nonlegal means.
3. Nonlegal forms of protest such as peaceful demonstrations are protected by the First Amendment.
4. The defendant argued that the evidence was obtained through nonlegal means and should not be admissible in court.
5. Nonlegal methods of resolving conflicts such as mediation or arbitration are often used to avoid the time and expense of going to court.