Special Leave in Legal Appeals
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What must special leave be known in addition to?

  • Strong evidence
  • Judicial review
  • Public interest
  • Reasonable prospect of success (correct)

Special leave can be granted without the presence of special circumstances.

False (B)

What can lead to a manifest denial of justice?

Refusal of leave to appeal when there are strong prospects of success.

Special leave raises substantial points of law and matters of great ______ importance.

<p>public</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the terms with their definitions:

<p>Special Leave = Permission to appeal under unique circumstances Reasonable Prospect of Success = Likelihood of winning an appeal Manifest Denial of Justice = Significant harm caused by a failed legal process Substantial Points of Law = Major legal issues requiring further consideration</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be included in the notice of appeal to the High Court?

<p>Grounds for appeal and security for respondent's costs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A request for leave to appeal must be made verbally to the judge at any time after the judgment.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a compelling reason for an appeal?

<p>The appeal raises a substantial point of law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The petition to the SCA must be addressed to the __________.

<p>President of SCA</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following timelines with their respective actions in the leave to appeal procedure:

<p>10 days = Make a formal application for leave to appeal 20 days = File a notice of appeal to the High Court 60 days = Request date from registrar and set the appeal down 2 months = Respondent's response must be filed in affidavit form</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Special Leave

Special leave is granted when there's a strong chance of success in the appeal and the case involves important legal issues, public interest, or a high likelihood of injustice if leave is denied.

Reasonable Prospect of Success

The applicant must show a reasonable prospect of success in their appeal. This means the appeal has a good chance of being successful.

Special Circumstances

These are unusual circumstances that make the case deserving of special attention. They justify allowing an appeal despite the normal requirements.

Substantial Points of Law

The appeal must raise significant legal questions that need to be addressed by a higher court.

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Matter of Great Public Importance

The case must be of importance to the public or raise issues that affect a large group of people.

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Compelling Reasons for Appeal

Strong legal reasons for appealing a decision, such as a substantial point of law, significance to parties and public, or high success probability.

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Special Leave Requirements

Special circumstances that make an appeal desirable, even beyond general reasons. Includes raising a crucial legal point, impacting important parties and the public, and offering strong chances of winning, preventing injustice.

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Application to High Court (HC) For Leave To Appeal

A formal request to the High Court (HC) asking permission to appeal a lower court's ruling. It can be made verbally at the time of judgment and later in writing, requiring a hearing before the HC.

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Appeals to HC from MC

When an appellant seeks to appeal a decision from the Magistrates Court (MC) to the High Court (HC), specific steps must be taken. These steps include requesting written reasons from the MC, filing a notice of appeal within a timeframe, outlining grounds for appeal, and setting a date for the appeal.

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Petition to SCA (Special Leave to Appeal)

A formal request to the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) for permission to appeal a previous court decision. The process includes addressing the petition to the SCA President, filing it with the registrar, serving copies on respondents, and providing a response within a specified timeframe.

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Study Notes

Special Leave

  • Special leave must be granted in addition to reasonable prospect of success
  • A party seeking special leave must show special circumstances, which merit further appeal
  • The appeal raises a substantial point of law
  • The matter is of great public importance to the parties
  • The prospects of success are so high that a refusal of leave will result in a manifest denial of justice

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This quiz covers the principles and requirements for granting special leave in legal appeals. Key factors include special circumstances, substantial legal points, and public importance. Understand the criteria that must be met to ensure a fair opportunity for further appeal.

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