Principle

APPELLATE PRACTICE — Interference with Discretion — When Appellate Court May Interfere

Area of law
APPELLATE PRACTICE
Court
Supreme Court

Appellate courts may interfere with discretion exercised on wrong principles. The principle applies to all discretionary decisions. The trial court must consider relevant factors. The rule ensures proper exercise of discretion. The appellant must show error. The principle is well-established.

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