Maxim 8.1.8
It is the duty of a good judge to extend justice.
Boni judicis est ampliare justitiam.
Source: Chan. Prac. 329; 1 Burr. 304; Broom, Max. 79; Weisman, 63k; Weisman, 66b; Weisman, 68p
Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable
Explanation
Where justice requires it, a judge should apply his remedial authority liberally — not to usurp jurisdiction, but to ensure that no wrong goes unremedied for want of procedure.
Where this applies
- My case doesn't fit neatly into any existing category but I clearly deserve a remedy.
- The court should use its authority creatively to ensure justice is done.
Legal domains
See also
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 8.1.8 — It is the duty of a good judge to extend justice. — Chan. Prac. 329; 1 Burr. 304; Broom, Max. 79; Weisman, 63k; Weisman, 66b; Weisman, 68p (Boni judicis est ampliare justitiam.)
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