Principle

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW — Fair Hearing — Waiver of Right to be Heard

Area of law
CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

A party who voluntarily absents himself after warning waives his right to claim denial of fair hearing. Such a party cannot later complain of unfairness. The principle applies to constitutional law and procedure. The rule prevents tactical absence followed by complaints of denial of hearing.…

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