Principle

APPELLATE PRACTICE — Issues for Determination — When Appellate Court May Take Points Suo Motu

Area of law: APPELLATE PRACTICE
Court: Supreme Court

Appellate courts have discretion to raise points suo motu, but it must be exercised sparingly and in exceptional circumstances. The court must give parties an opportunity to address the point before deciding. Failure to do so violates fair hearing. The principle applies to all issues…

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