Principle

JURISDICTION — Effect of Lack of Jurisdiction — Proceedings Conducted Without Jurisdiction Are a Nullity

Area of law
JURISDICTION
Court
Supreme Court

Proceedings conducted without jurisdiction are a nullity. The court must terminate them whenever lack of jurisdiction becomes manifest. The principle applies to all courts and proceedings. The rule operates even if parties consented or acquiesced. Acquiescence cannot confer jurisdiction where none exists. The court has…

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