Palitha v. O.I.C., Police Station, Polonnaruwa and Others – sllr 1993 volume 1 page 161

In the case between Palitha (Plaintiff) and O.I.C., Police Station, Polonnaruwa, and others (Defendants), the court addressed whether provision of incorrect factual information regarding the petitioner’s detention led to an unjust dismissal of the application under Articles 13(1) and 13(2) of the Constitution concerning Fundamental Rights violations. It was determined that the dismissal resulted from erroneous facts, specifically a typographical error regarding the release date, and that the court possessed inherent authority to set aside its previous order to prevent injustice. Relying on established judicial precedents, the court rectified the factual scenario, declared an infringement of rights, and awarded the petitioner compensation. The ruling reaffirmed the judiciary’s power to revi