Good Cause Definition and Legal Meaning

On this page, you'll find the legal definition and meaning of Good Cause, written in plain English, along with examples of how it is used.

What is Good Cause?

(n) Good Cause is a valid and sufficient reason or condition which is useful in forming an opinion, or which is worth in adopting an action or decision in the matter under consideration. Eg. Repetitive negligence to appear before the court is a good cause to issue an arrest warrant.