Scope of Jurisdiction of the Saudi Board of Grievances in Considering the Cancellation Action

Abstract

Administrative decisions are the important legal means the executive authority uses in practicing its activity and administrative function. These decisions are subject to the administrative judiciary control to balance public interest with individual interest and affirm the legitimacy principle. The cancellation action is the lawsuit monitoring legality of administrative decisions. Despite the provision on jurisdiction's generality for all final administrative decisions, the practical and legal reality shows some restrictions and exceptions about immunizing final administrative decisions against judicial appeal or compensation. This study intends to explore the nature of administrative decisions and their characteristics and distinction from other legal actions.