Deliberation and decision

The deliberation in an administrative lawsuit is in many ways similar to the deliberation method in civil litigation. However, unlike civil litigation, the burden of argument of facts and producing evidence lies not only with the parties but also the court, which can conduct examination of the evidence, and even decide on facts not asserted by the parties. The court has such discretionary power because the administrative litigation often involves matters pertaining to public good. The administrative lawsuits are filed against the administrative agency, unless the law provides otherwise. If the court deems the plaintiff’s claims to be of merit, it revokes the administrative decision or renders a decision that affirms the nullity of the administrative action. However, even if the plaintiff’s claims have merit, if it is deemed that the revocation of or modifying the administrative decision would not comport with the public good, the court may deny the plaintiff’s claims. As of now, it is not allowed to seek the administrative agency to take certain administrative action.