Principle

PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE — Rules of Court — Interpretation to Achieve Substantial Justice

Area of law
PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

This principle establishes that rules of court must be interpreted to achieve substantial justice, as courts are constituted for that purpose. The principle applies in all proceedings. It ensures that rules serve justice. The principle reflects the preference for substantial justice. It prevents technical interpretations.…

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