Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Jurisdiction — Raising Jurisdictional Issue — Can Be Raised at Any Stage of Proceedings

Area of law: CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court: Supreme Court

Jurisdiction is so fundamental that it can be raised at any stage, including for the first time on appeal. No waiver or acquiescence can cure lack of jurisdiction. The principle applies to civil procedure. The rule ensures that courts do not act beyond their constitutional…

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