Prohibition
پروہبیشن
Constitutional
Prohibition is a writ in which a High Court orders a lower court, tribunal or authority to stop proceeding in a matter that is outside its jurisdiction.
What does Prohibition mean in plain words?
While certiorari cancels a decision already made, prohibition acts earlier and stops the case from continuing. It is used when the lower body is about to act, or is acting, without jurisdiction.
When will I hear Prohibition?
The High Court issued prohibition against the magistrate from trying a case outside his territorial jurisdiction.
Which law covers Prohibition?
Article 199(1)(a)(i) and (5), Constitution of Pakistan 1973