Principle

APPELLATE PRACTICE — Inherent Jurisdiction — Nature and Source — Not Granted by Constitution or Legislation

Area of law
APPELLATE PRACTICE
Court
Supreme Court

This principle establishes that a court of record has inherent jurisdiction that inheres in it as an adjudicator, essential for its existence and the administration of justice, and not granted by Constitution or legislation. The principle applies in all proceedings. It ensures that courts can…

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