prerogative writ

noun

A class of writ that effects control over an inferior court or public authority.

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Meanings

nounprerogative writ (plural prerogative writs)

plural prerogative writs

  1. lawA class of writ that effects control over an inferior court or public authority.
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WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “prerogative writ,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/prerogative%20writ.

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