Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Stay of Execution — Requirement of Special or Exceptional Circumstances

Area of law: CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court: Supreme Court

The requirement for a stay of execution is stringent: special, exceptional, or strong circumstances must be shown. The compelling reason is to preserve the res (subject matter) from destruction and maintain the status quo. If the appeal is successful, the proceedings should not be rendered…

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