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Prima facieprima facie

Definition

On its face. A prima facie case is one sufficient, if unanswered, to establish the fact or support the claim.

In plain English: Enough to make the point unless the other side answers it.

A general definition, not tied to any jurisdiction. Check the meaning in the system that governs your matter before relying on it.