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IMMATERIAL

not material; irrelevant, nothing to do with the case; not significant. EXAMPLE: At Zack's trial for robbery, the prosecution wants to introduce evidence that Zack and his wife argue frequently. That evidence is considered immaterial nad is not allowed at the trial. Source: Barron's Dictionary of Legal Terms, Steven H. Gifis, 5th Edition; © 2016

"An allegation which has no value in developing the issues in a case is "immaterial." Oaks v. City of Fairhope, 515 F. Supp. 1004, 1032 (S.D. Ala. 1981)"

- Dennis v. NW Mutual, 2006 WL 1000308 (USFLMD 2006)