Which of the following statements hold true for de nova trials:

Option A: Omission or illegality in the procedure even if it does not affect the core of the case can become a ground for calling de nova trials

Option B: A de nova trial should be the last resort

Option C: the Court originally trying the case can order de nova trial

Option D: None of these

Correct Answer

Option: b

Explanation

The expression de novo trial means a “new trial” by a different tribunal (de novo is a Latin expression meaning “afresh”, “a new”, “beginning again”, hence, the literal meaning “new trial”) A trial de novo is usually ordered by an appellate Court when the original trial failed to make a determination in a manner dictated by law.

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