Principle

APPELLATE PRACTICE — Issue Formulation — Formulation from Grounds of Appeal — Improper Multiplication of Issues

Area of law
APPELLATE PRACTICE
Court
Supreme Court

Issues should narrow the grounds, not multiply them excessively. Formulating more issues than grounds is improper. The principle applies to all appeals. The court may strike out unnecessary issues. The appellant should aim for clarity and brevity. The rule promotes efficient appellate adjudication. The court…

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