Administrative Law and Judicial Review Overview

Vocabulary flashcards summarizing key concepts around administrative law, judicial review, and relevant legal frameworks.

Section 28

The provisions of this act relating to execution of decrees shall apply to the execution of orders.

Decree vs Judgment

A decree is an official order enforceable by law, while a judgment is a formal decision by the court stating the rights and obligations of the parties.

Judicial Review

The process by which courts examine the actions of governmental bodies to ensure they comply with the law.

Royal Prerogative

Historical powers and privileges held by the British monarch, now exercised by the government, subject to judicial review.

Constitutional Supremacy

The principle that the constitution is the highest law of the land, binding all persons and state organs.

Parliamentary Sovereignty

The principle that parliament is the supreme legal authority and can create or end any law.

Administrative Law

The area of law that governs the activities of administrative agencies of government.

Objection Proceedings

A process allowing a property owner to contest the attachment of their property during the execution of a decree.

Execution of Decree

The enforcement of a legal order or judgment, involving various methods such as seizure of assets.

Article 11 of the ICCPR

No one shall be imprisoned merely on the ground of inability to fulfill a contractual obligation.

Common Law vs Statutory Law

Common law is developed through court decisions and precedents, while statutory law is established through legislation passed by parliament.

Judgment Debtor

The person against whom a judgment has been issued and who is obligated to pay a specified amount to the judgment creditor.