Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Locus Standi — Definition and Nature of Locus Standi

Area of law: CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court: Supreme Court

Locus standi is legal capacity to sue, separate from case merits. The plaintiff need only show sufficient interest or legal right in the subject matter. The principle applies to civil procedure. The rule prevents dismissal based on predicted failure of the case. Standing is a…

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