The Extent Of Application Of The Theory Of Administrative Counter-Decision and Its Legal Ground

Authors

  • Hamza Edan Shiaa Atia

    hamza.edan@mtu.edu.iq

    Technical Administration Institute/Department of Legal Administration Techniques.
  • Haitham Salih Abed Raseed

    Haithamsalih89h@mtu.edu.iq

    Technical Administration Institute/Department of Legal Administration Techniques.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37940/JRLS.2025.6.2.8

Abstract

This research examines the theory of administrative counter-decision and its application. It aims to address the effects of mistaken or unlawful administrative decisions by issuing a subsequent decision that contradicts the original decision in substance or effect.

This research has shown the legal ground of the administrative counter-decision, and through it you can understand that the administrative counter-decision where it differs from withdrawal or cancellation decisions, as it is considered an explicit will of the administration to confront the previous decision and deal with its consequences. This research has reviewed some judicial and jurisprudential opinions, as it is a matter related to the acquired rights of the beneficiary individual or employee. The research concludes by reviewing judicial applications and aspects of judicial oversight regarding the extent to which the administration can implement this decision. This must be done with caution and in accordance with strict controls to avoid compromising the principles of legal legitimacy and protecting individual rights.

Keywords:

Administrative counter-decision, Administrative judiciary jurisprudence, Administrative correction of a previous decision, Administrative legitimacy

Author Biography

Hamza Edan Shiaa Atia, Technical Administration Institute/Department of Legal Administration Techniques.

Second Author : Haitham Salih Abed Raseed

Published

2026-01-01

How to Cite

[1]
hamza Edan and H. Salih, “The Extent Of Application Of The Theory Of Administrative Counter-Decision and Its Legal Ground”, Researcher Journal for Legal Sciences, vol. 6, no. 2, pp. 111–120, Jan. 2026.

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