Perpetual Injunction
/pərˈpɛtʃuəl ɪnˈdʒʌŋkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A court order that permanently prohibits a party from performing a specific act.
The court granted a perpetual injunction to prevent the company from polluting the river.
Forms
- perpetual injunction
- perpetual injunctions
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Commentary
Unlike temporary injunctions, a perpetual injunction is final and intended to last indefinitely, reflecting the court's permanent resolution of the dispute.
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