WordNet
fair hearing
n. a hearing that is granted in extraordinary situations where the normal judicial process would be inadequate to secure due process because the person would be harmed or denied their rights before a judicial remedy became available (as in deportation or loss of welfare benefits)
Usage examples of "fair hearing".
Roundly castigated as a dangerous, possibly disloyal meddler, Logan found it impossible to get a fair hearing within the administration.
The judge also wanted a short trial, but he was honestly concerned that the kid get a fair hearing.
The Amalgamated Worlds court was well disposed to give them a fair hearing on the basis of their achievements.
The less alarm the better, however, so the villagers can give the messengers a fair hearing.