Principle

APPELLATE PRACTICE — Issue Formulation — Court May Reframe Issues for Precision

Area of law
APPELLATE PRACTICE
Court
Supreme Court

Appellate courts may reframe issues for precision. The principle applies to appellate practice. The court is not bound by the appellant's formulation. The rule promotes clarity and focus. The court may act suo motu. The principle is well-established.

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