Legal Question in Appeals and Writs in California

Can one use a Writ of Mandate, at the state or federal level, to prevent a public official from either doing something that is prohibited by law or to compel said same official to perform a required task?


Asked on 3/09/16, 8:05 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

Not usually, but there are circumstances where it might work. Whether any of them are present here will depend on the facts.

Feel free to contact me directly if you'd like to discuss your situation in more detail. I have over 20 years of appellate experience, and am certified as an appellate specialist by the State Bar of California's Board of Legal Specialization.

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Answered on 3/10/16, 11:17 am


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