Judicial Review
(JR)
Judicial Review is a type of court proceedings in which a judge reviews the lawfulness of a decision or action made by a public body. It is not an appeal on the merits of a decision but a challenge to the process by which the decision was made (e.g., on grounds of illegality, irrationality, or procedural unfairness). Claimants must usually obtain permission to bring a claim and must do so promptly, typically within three months.