procedureLatin origin
Sub Judice
/sub JOO-dih-see/
Under a judge — a matter currently under judicial consideration that must not be publicly prejudged.
Full Definition
Sub judice (Latin: 'under a judge') describes a case currently before a court that has not been decided. While sub judice, parties and the public are restricted from making statements that could prejudice the proceedings. Doing so may constitute contempt of court under the Contempt of Courts Act 1971.
In Indian Law
Section 10 CPC bars a court from trying a matter sub judice before another competent court. Section 10 of the Contempt of Courts Act 1971 punishes publications that interfere with fair trial. Indian courts increasingly balance sub judice restrictions with press freedom under Article 19(1)(a).