Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Stay of Execution — Nature of Remedy — Equitable Considerations

Area of law
CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

Stay of execution is an equitable remedy, not a right. It is not granted as a matter of course. The court balances: (1) the successful party's right to enjoy the fruits of judgment; (2) the appellant's right to appeal; and (3) the need to preserve…

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