audi alteram partem

English

Etymology

From Latin audī (second-person singular present active imperative of audiō (“hear”)) + alteram (feminine accusative singular of alter (“the other”)) + partem (accusative singular of pars (“part, side”)).

Phrase

audi alteram partem

1. (law) "Hear both sides." A legal principle of fairness given to ensure that the accused has the chance to refute an accusation.