What are the exceptions to the rule that certiorari will not lie unless a motion for reconsideration is first filed?
The rule is that certiorari as a special civil action will not lie unless a motion for reconsideration is filed before the respondent tribunal to allow it an opportunity to correct its imputed errors. There are exceptions to the rule, these are: (1) when the issue raised is purely one of law; (2) where public interest is involved; (3) in cases of emergency; or (4) where special circumstances warrant immediate or more direct action.
