The law dislikes delay.

Explanation

Delay in the administration of justice is condemned; the law demands promptness in the assertion of rights and the dispatch of proceedings.

Where this applies

• The court should expedite proceedings rather than allow unnecessary delays.
• Justice delayed is justice denied — the law demands promptness.
• The legal system condemns delay in the administration of justice.

See also

• 12.9.6 Delays in law are odious.
• 12.9.7 Delay is disapproved of in law.