mandamus Meaning & Definition

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Meaning of mandamus In English

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  • Since such a judge could not be ordered by a writ of mandamus to select particular persons as jurors, neither could he be punished for his selections.

  • Then it could be subject to judicial review or the old writs of certiorari or mandamus.

  • He could apply for judicial review and seek an order of mandamus, but such proceedings would not resolve the dispute of fact.

  • Obviously it is an important matter which ought to be considered and there will be cases on case stated, certiorari, mandamus, and so on.

  • What is the use of a mandamus against a town council?

  • We know that the only recourse at present is by means of an action for mandamus in the divisional court.

  • It has not yet been thought necessary to make application for a writ of mandamus in that case.

  • There was the power of the central authority and the power of mandamus.

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