Permanent Injunction
/ˈpɜːrmənənt ɪnˈdʒʌŋkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A court order that permanently prohibits a party from continuing a particular act or compels a specific action, issued after a full hearing on the merits.
The court issued a permanent injunction to stop the company from polluting the river.
Forms
- permanent injunctions
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Commentary
Permanent injunctions require full adjudication and are distinct from preliminary or temporary injunctions, underscoring the importance of thorough factual and legal review before issuance.
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