The Court of First Instance shall have the authority to declare rights, status and other legal relationship, even though another remedy is or may be instigated. The fact that a declaratory judgment or decree has been requested shall not be deemed sufficient motive to challenge any action or proceeding. The declaration may be either affirmative or negative in form and effect and shall have the force and effect of final judgments or resolutions. The court may order a speedy hearing of an action for a declaratory judgment giving it preference in the calendar. History —Amended on Dec. 25, 1995, No. 249, § 41, eff. May 1, 1996.
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