What is one condition under which a court may find a judicial review application premature?

A court may find a judicial review application premature primarily when the issues relevant to the matter have not been fully resolved in other legal contexts. This condition emphasizes the principle that judicial review should not be initiated until all administrative remedies or related proceedings have been exhausted. If an applicant has not pursued other available mechanisms or if there are pending issues that need resolution in different forums, it may lead the court to conclude that it is too early to adjudicate the matter through judicial review.

In contexts such as administrative law, courts often encourage parties to explore all possible avenues within the existing legal framework before seeking judicial intervention. This helps ensure that judicial resources are allocated efficiently and that the courts are not prematurely drawn into matters that may soon be moot or resolved through other means.

The other situations presented do not inherently lead to the conclusion that a judicial review application is premature. For example, having legal representation or representing multiple parties does not influence whether the matter is appropriate for judicial review. Similarly, if the decision does not affect the applicant’s rights, it suggests that another foundational requirement for judicial review—standing—may not be met, but does not specifically address the issue of prematurity.