A judge's order is an order made by a judge at chambers, or out of court.

Explanation

(English-origin maxim.) A judge's order made in chambers or outside open court carries the same judicial authority as one made in formal session, so long as it is within the judge's jurisdiction.

Where this applies

• A judge signed an order in chambers rather than in open court — does it still carry legal authority?
• The ruling was issued from the judge's office, not from the bench — is it enforceable?