Principle

APPELLATE PRACTICE — Fair Hearing — Breach of Right to Fair Hearing — Burden of Proof

Area of law
APPELLATE PRACTICE
Court
Supreme Court

Fair hearing is a fundamental constitutional guarantee, but its breach is not presumed. The onus lies squarely on the complainant to place before the court specific facts, proceedings, or circumstances that establish the denial of a fair hearing. Vague or general allegations are insufficient. The…

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