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Special Leave Petition in Supreme Court: Procedure, Timelines, and Requirements

  • An appeal to the Supreme Court of India can be made by way of Special Leave Petition (SLP)  under Article 136 of the Constitution of India against any decision of any Court. 
  • There is a strict requirement for compliance with procedures, documents, timelines, etc. for filing SLP. 
  • The Supreme Court hears SLP selectively on substantial questions of law or miscarriage of justice, etc.
  • SLP can only be filed by an Advocate-on-Record (“AOR”) which makes engaging a lawyer vital. 
  • Success in SLP depends on whether valid legal grounds exist, drafting SLP correctly, and whether it is timely field.
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Introduction

When to File a Special Leave Petition

Strategic Considerations for Filing SLP

Comprehensive Procedure for Filing SLP

Critical Timelines for Filing SLP

Strategic Advantages of SLP Route

Common Challenges in SLP Filing

Introduction

A Special Leave Petition is said to be the premier constitutional remedy available to Indian citizens who seek relief from the Supreme Court of India. As per Article 136 of the Indian Constitution, this extraordinary legal provision is the ultimate option after all other judicial meetings stand exhausted.

The arrangement, SLP, speaks of the wisdom of the framers of the Indian Constitution when they would have felt that in rare instances, ern appellate structures may not cure genuine grievances or may otherwise bring about a miscarriage of justice. Exercising its discretion under Article 136 of the Indian Constitution, the Supreme Court of India would interfere where substantial questions of law are involved or where gross injustice requires to be set right.

Constitutional Foundation: Article 136 Explained

Article 136 grants the Supreme Court of India a special jurisdiction to entertain appeals against any judgment, decree, determination, sentence, or order passed by any court or tribunal in the territory of India. The provision states as follows:

Some of the major considerations of Article 136 include:

  • Discretionary Power: Contrary to a statutory appeal, an SLP is not a matter of right but depends on the discretion of the Supreme Court.
  • Wide Scope: Interpretations are: civil, criminal, constitutional, and administrative matters.
  • Territorial Jurisdiction: In theory, it should be applicable to all courts and tribunals within the territory of India.
  • Extraordinary Nature: It should be confined to special cases where it is really necessary for the Supreme Court to intervene.

When to File a Special Leave Petition

There are several situations where an SLP is important and other forms of legal remedy may fall short:

Reasons to File an SLP

  1. Important Legal Questions: Matters that may be concise in factual statement but require extensive legal analysis for the Supreme Court to interpret the meaning of those facts in their legal context.
  2. Jurisdictional Errors: Situations in which lower courts acted outside their judicial authority, or failed to act as a court.
  3. Process-related Errors: Procedural impropriety or the principles of natural justice have been breached.
  4. Constitutional Issue: Any matter of violating or interpreting the Constitution in relation to basic rights.
  5. Contradictory Judgments: Differing judgments from various High Court’s regarding the same legal context.

Strategic Considerations for Filing SLP

Before the petitioners start the process for filing Special Leave Petition, they need to consider:

  • If the matter involves issues of general public importance
  • If there are unreasonable findings that are unsupported by evidence
  • If the impugned order causes irreparable harm
  • If delay in seeking relief can be reasonably justified
  • If alternative remedies have been pursued in good faith

Comprehensive Procedure for Filing SLP

Filing SLP in the Supreme Court of India requires careful attention to detail and compliance with specific requirements and timelines.

Step 1 : Preliminary Evaluation and Document Collection

Before filing SLP, it is necessary to conduct a complete assessment of the case:

  • Read the judgment under challenge and keep an eye out for any factual or legal errors in the judgment.
  • Take note of any substantial questions of law or constitutional issues.
  •  Collect all relevant case records, copies of the judgments and all supporting documents.
  •  Make an assessment of the chances of success, in accordance with the previous judgments of the Supreme Court related to that issue.

Step 2: Drafting of the Special Leave Petition

The SLP must be drafted by an Advocate-on-Record (AOR) authorized with the Supreme Court of India. The essential parts of drafting SLP:

Essential Elements of SLP Drafting:

A precise statement of facts, to be organized in chronological order, and should be easy to follow.

  • A clear statement of questions of law involved.
  • A clear statement of grounds of appeal to challenge the order under appeal.
  • A clear statement of the specific relief sought from the Supreme Court.
  • A list of dates outlining key events.
  • Prayer clause laying out the remedy requested to the Supreme Court.

Step 3: Compiling of Documents and Verification of Authorship

When filing SLP, it will require a thorough process to gather the documentation to support the SLP. The specific documents include:

Mandatory Documents:

1. A certified copy of the judgment/order under challenge.

2. A properly drafted Special Leave Petition.

3. An affidavit of verification of contents of the SLP.

4. A vakalatnama authorizing the AOR to act.

5. A receipt evidencing the payment of the court fees.

6. All relevant annexures and exhibits.

Step 4: Filing with the Supreme Court Registry

The process for filing the SLP involves registry review:

  • Initial review for compliance with court rules
  • Identification of defects and objections
  • Ability to cure defects in the period given
  • Final acceptance and numbering of the petition

Step 5: The Process for Judicial Consideration

Once SLP filing is done the Supreme Court will follow accepted processes:

  • Initial review by the designated bench
  • Decision on whether or not to issue notice
  • Chance of the case being summarily dismissed if no merit
  • Grant of interim relief on the merits, if warranted

Hearing Stage (if it is accepted):

  • Full arguments by both parties
  • Court review of legal/factual issues
  • Final judgment on the merits
  • Carry out of the Supreme Court directions

Critical Timelines for Filing SLP

It is imperative to know about limitation periods in order to file SLP properly:

Standard Limitation Periods

  • 90 days from the date of High Court judgment in most cases.
  • 60 days from the refusal of certificate of fitness to appeal.
  • 30 days for certain specific categories of cases.
  • Special provisions for detention and habeas corpus matters.
  • Condonation of Delay

The Supreme Court of India may condone delay in filing SLP, if:

  • – Sufficient cause is shown for the delay.
  • – No prejudice is caused to the opposite party.
  • – Case involves substantial questions of law.
  • – Considerations of public interest support condonation of delay.

Strategic Advantages of SLP Route

  • The Special Leave Petition process has its distinct advantages:

    Judicial Benefits

    • Direct access to the nation’s highest constitutional court
    • Opportunity to establish legal precedent for future cases
    • Thorough review of lower court proceedings
    • Final and binding resolution of the legal dispute

    Procedural Flexibility

    • Discretionary nature of consideration enables unique cases to be heard
    • Allocation of interim relief while the ling is pending
    • Consolidation of similar legal issues for a unified hearing
    • Consideration by expert judicial office holders where there is complexity in the legal question

Common Challenges in SLP Filing

Filing an SLP, while advantageous, also has its own particular drawbacks:

High Rejection Rates

Statistics suggest that over 90% of SLPs are rejected at the admission stage, thus careful selection of the case and expertise in drafting is paramount.

Technical Complexities

The SLP filing process involves rules and requirements which are complicated and require a specialized knowledge of Supreme Court practice.

Extensively Resource Intensive

Filing an SLP requires a significant monetary commitment in the form of court fees, advocate’s fees, and other fees.

Time Constraints

In SLP, adherence to limitation periods and procedural timelines is strictly applied.

Best Practices for Successful SLP Filing

Professional Representation

  • Retain expert Advocates-on-Record with expertise in Supreme Court of India processes and precedents.

Thorough Case Preparation

  • Invest time for thorough legal research and case preparation before starting the filing SLP process.

Timely Filing

  • File your SLP within the limitation period to avoid delay condonation issues.
  • Quality Documentation
  • All of your documents must be certified, prepared, and formatted in accordance with the Supreme Court Rules.

Recent Developments and Trends

The Supreme Court of India is constantly evolving SLP processes through practice directions and rule amendments. Recent trends include:

    • Increased use of electronic filing systems
    • Eased document preparation and computerization requirements
    • Utilization of case management systems
    • Increased emphasis on alternate dispute resolution

Conclusion

The Special Leave Petition under Article 136 of the Indian Constitution is more than a legal process; it is the constitutional guarantee of accessible justice. Via SLP process, the Supreme Court of India continues to function as a guardian of constitutional values and legal principle.

While careful consideration must be given to a number of factors prior to filing an SLP, including legal merits of the case, procedural requirements, and timeliness, the SLP is an invaluable avenue to address judicial error and protect against a bona fide grievance going unaddressed.

The process to commence filing an SLP may present some hurdles, yet it is one avenue for genuine legal injustices to reach the highest court in the country. Success in a SLP proceeding depends heavily on solid legal representation, proper preparation, and presentation of solid grounds for relief.

Those individuals and entities considering the extraordinary remedy should continue to have professional consultation with experienced practitioners to assist with undertaking the complexities associated with Article 136 and maximize prospects for relief.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A Special Leave Petition (SLP) is a select legal recourse under Article 136 of Indian Constitution which allows a person to appeal to Supreme Court against any decision made by any Court or Tribunal.

Only an Advocate -On-Record (AOR) registered with the Supreme Court can file SLP.

An SLP is filed when important questions of law were dealt with, miscarriage of justice occurred, the issue is of constitutional importance, or when serious procedural errors occurred in the order of the lower courts.

No, it is a matter of discretion. The SLP will either be accepted or rejected based on merits and existing law.

The limitation period is 90 days from the date of the High Court judgment and 60 days from the date of refusal of a certificate of fitness, and 30 days in some specific situations.

Documents required are the certified copy of the decision, the drafted SLP, affidavit of verification, vakalatnama, receipt for the payment of court fees, and cooperating annexures.

The procedure for filing an SLP includes evaluating the case, drafting by the AOR, compiling documents, filing with registry, and waiting for the Court.

Yes, he/she can agree to a delay in the filing of an SLP, if sufficient cause is established, no prejudice is caused to the opposite party, and there is a substantial question of law or public interest at issue.

High levels of rejection, technicalities, timetable limitations, and high costs/fees associated with the courts and/or legal representation.

Obtaining the services of an experienced AOR, plenty of preparation, and a timely and completely certified and compliant document for filing in the Supreme Court of Canada.

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