Review

نظرثانی

Civil

Review is an application asking the same court that passed a decree or order to reconsider it because of a clear error or newly found evidence.

What does Review mean in plain words?

It is not a second appeal. The court only corrects a mistake apparent on the record or considers important new evidence that could not be found earlier. The time to apply is short.

When will I hear Review?

A review petition was filed against the judgment citing an error on the face of the record.

Which law covers Review?

Section 114 and Order XLVII, Code of Civil Procedure 1908; Article 188, Constitution of Pakistan

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Which courts deal with it?

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