Principle

CRIMINAL PROCEDURE — Court Raising Issue Suo Motu — Requirement of Audi Alteram Partem

Area of law
CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

Suo motu points require hearing parties. The principle applies to all courts. The rule is absolute. Failure to hear parties violates fair hearing. The court must invite submissions. The principle is fundamental to natural justice.

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