Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Rules of Court — Substantial Justice — Court Should Not Be Tied Down by Technicalities

Area of law
CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

Substantial justice prevails over technical procedural irregularities. The principle applies to all courts. The rule prevents technical dismissals. The court will overlook minor irregularities that do not affect justice. The principle is fundamental.

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