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The document is a petition for a writ of mandamus filed by Gordon Wayne Watts in the Appellate Court of Illinois, seeking to compel Judge James P. Flannery to grant a fee waiver for a qualified defendant and allow Watts to intervene in the case. The petition argues that Watts has a right to intervene due to inadequate representation of his interests and highlights legal precedents supporting his claims. It emphasizes the necessity of the writ as the only remedy available for preparing the record on appeal, citing potential harm to multiple parties if the court fails to act.

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What is the reason for mandamus?

Mandamus may be employed to require a lower court to enforce the judgment of an appellate court, or to keep such a court from interposing unauthorized obstructions to the enforcement of the judgment of a higher court.

What is the purpose of a writ of mandamus?

Over 90% of Mandamus cases result in a favorable outcome for the applicant. While there is no guaranteed success rate for writs of mandamus, several factors can influence the outcome. These include the jurisdiction, the specific facts of the case, and the skill and experience of your mandamus lawyer.

How successful is a writ of mandamus?

Once a writ of mandamus lawsuit is filed, several outcomes are possible: The Government Takes Action Quickly In many cases, once a lawsuit is filed, USCIS or the State Department will expedite the delayed application to avoid litigation. The case may be resolved within a few months.

What is a petition for a writ of mandamus?

A writ of mandamus is a remedy that can be used to compel a lower court to perform an act that is ministerial in nature and that the court has a clear duty to do under law. When filing a petition for writ of mandamus, you must show that you have no other remedy available.

What are the conditions for mandamus to be granted?

Legal requirements The individual requesting the writ of mandamus must demonstrate a legitimate entitlement to compel the respondent to perform or abstain from a particular action. The duty in question must possess two essential characteristics: It must be a duty of public nature.