Urteil
In short
A formal decision made by a judge or a court of law regarding a legal dispute or a criminal case.
In plain words
It is the final answer given by a court. This decision tells people who won a case or what punishment a person must receive.
A simple example
A judge listens to all the evidence in a robbery trial. After thinking about the facts, the judge delivers an Urteil that finds the person guilty.
Why it matters
It provides a definitive end to a legal disagreement. Without it, laws could not be enforced and disputes would never be settled.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse it with a 'Verfahren', which is the ongoing legal process before the final decision is made.