Majority
p. 685In the Matter of Steven Robinson, Petitioner, v George R. Peck, Respondent. [947 NYS2d 891]
p. 686
“Because of its extraordinary nature, prohibition is available only where there is a clear legal right, and then only when a court — in cases where judicial authority is challenged — acts or threatens to act either without jurisdiction or in excess of its authorized powers” (Matter of Holtzman v Goldman, 71 NY2d 564 , 569 [1988]; see Matter of Rush v Mordue, 68 NY2d 348 , 352 [1986]).
The petitioner failed to demonstrate a clear legal right to the relief sought. Angiolillo, J.P., Dickerson, Chambers and Cohen, JJ., concur.
Cases cited
- Holtzman v. Goldman 71 NY2d 564 at 569 p. 686
- Rush v. Mordue 68 NY2d 348 at 352 p. 686