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Summary Proceeding
Jurisdictional & Appellate Practice Terms
Definition
A simplified, expedited form of judicial proceeding used for specific statutory matters where formal, elaborate pleadings, protracted witness examination, and full trial procedures are dispensed with to secure rapid justice.
Example
Proceedings for eviction of unauthorized occupants under the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act are conducted as summary proceedings based on documentary verification.