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Petitioning the Supreme Court

What can the Supreme Court do for you?

  1. Conflict Resolution
    1. Conflicts between clubs
    2. Conflicts within clubs
    3. Grievances with the Student Association
  2. Questions of Constitutionality
    1. SA Constitution
    2. Club Constitutions
  3. Election Disputes

What will happen if you file a petition?

  1. All petitions must be submitted directly to the Supreme Court (see link below).
  2. The Supreme Court will decide whether or not to accept the petition.
  3. The Supreme Court will meet with the petitioner(s).
  4. If accepted, an investigation will be conducted by either the Central Affairs Committee or the Supreme Court itself depending upon the nature of the case.
  5. If applicable, the Supreme Court will hold a public hearing on the matter.
  6. The Supreme Court will issue a binding decision on the case after reviewing the evidence.
  7. The petition and decision will be presented to the Senate.

What if I want to submit an anonymous petition?

  1. The process is the same as listed above, except:
    1. You will meet only with the Supreme Court.
    2. Your name will not be revealed to anyone outside of the Supreme Court.
  2. Keep in mind that submitting an anonymous petition could slow the process.

What if I want to withdraw my petition?

  1. You may submit a written request to withdraw the petition.
  2. The Supreme Court will meet with you concerning the matter and decide whether or not to continue the investigation.
  3. If the Supreme Court should find any reason that a petition should not be withdrawn, then  you still have the option to withdraw your name as the petitioner.

What should be included in my petition?

  1. Name of petitioner(s).
  2. Specify parties involved.
  3. Brief description of situation.
  4. Specific points to be investigated.

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This page was updated on 27 September, 2011.