Principle

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW — Fundamental Rights — Personal Liberty — Tribunal of Inquiry Cannot Impose Fine or Imprisonment

Area of law
CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Tribunals of inquiry cannot impose criminal penalties. The principle applies to constitutional law. Only courts of law can impose fines or imprisonment. The rule protects fundamental rights. Any contrary statutory provision is unconstitutional. The principle is well-established.

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