Principle

APPELLATE PRACTICE – Concurrent findings of fact – When Supreme Court will not interfere

Area of law
APPELLATE PRACTICE
Court
Supreme Court

Concurrent findings bind the Supreme Court. The appellant must demonstrate error. The principle applies to all appeals. The Supreme Court will not re-evaluate evidence. The rule promotes finality. The appellant bears a heavy burden. The principle is well-established.

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