Case Summary: Steven Barrow sought a writ of mandamus against the Director of Public Prosecutions, aiming to compel prosecutions against government officials for alleged crimes related to COVID-19 mandates and restrictions, claiming violations of the Crimes Against Humanity and War Crimes Act, among others.
Key Points:
The court dismissed Barrow's application, finding it lacked any chance of success and was bereft of legal foundation.
The decision emphasized prosecutorial discretion and jurisdictional limits, stating the court cannot compel prosecutorial actions in the manner sought by Barrow.
The motion to strike the application was granted without leave to amend, emphasizing the need for legal grounding in applications for judicial review.
