Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Jurisdiction — No Hard and Fast Rule Requiring Jurisdiction to Be Determined First in All Circumstances

Area of law
CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

Jurisdiction is not always a hard and fast requirement to be determined first. The principle applies to contempt proceedings. The trial court has discretion. The rule recognises the unique nature of contempt. The court may prioritise contempt over jurisdictional challenges. The principle is well-established.

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