show-cause order

show-cause order

An order directing a party to appear in court and explain why the party took (or failed to take) some action or why the court should or should not grant some relief.

¡ª Also termed order to show cause; rule to show cause; show-cause rule. [Cases: Motions 24. C.J.S. Motions and Orders ¡ì¡ì 20¨C23.]


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