Decree
The formal expression of an adjudication conclusively determining the rights of the parties in a suit.
Relevant Legislation
- The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a decree and an order?
A decree conclusively determines the rights of the parties on the matters in controversy in a suit, while an order is a formal expression of a court's decision that does not amount to a decree — the distinction affects, among other things, appeal rights.
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