Breach of non-molestation order that was subsequently set aside because of a procedural irregularity.
Held: The appeal failed. Singh LJ based the decision on ‘a long-standing principle of our law that there is an obligation to obey an apparently valid order of a court unless and until that order is set aside. This is a crucial feature of a civilized society which has respect for the rule of law’
[2019] EWCA Crim 321, [2019] 4 WLR 131
Bailii
England and Wales
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Cited – Majera, Regina (on The Application of v Secretary of State for The Home Department SC 20-Oct-2021
The Court was asked whether the Government can lawfully act in a manner which is inconsistent with an order of a judge which is defective, without first applying for, and obtaining, the variation or setting aside of the order. The appellant had been . .
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Updated: 27 October 2021; Ref: scu.634197
