"rocket docket" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: rocket dockets [plural]
Etymology: From rocket + docket. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|rocket|docket}} rocket + docket Head templates: {{en-noun}} rocket docket (plural rocket dockets)
  1. (US, law) A court or other tribunal that is noted for the speedy disposition of cases. Tags: US Related terms: shadow docket, kangaroo court, rubber stamp

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