show good cause

show good cause

To demonstrate reasonable cause, motive, or purpose (for something). The judge ruled that federal prosecutors showed good cause for targeting the senator's personal finances in their investigation.See also: cause, good, show

show good ˈcause (for something/for doing something)

(law) give a good reason for something: Can you show good cause for your accusation? ♢ She could show no good cause for being in the office at midnight.See also: cause, good, show