An action for
declaratory relief presupposes that there has been no actual breach of
the instruments involved or of rights arising thereunder. Since the purpose of
an action for declaratory relief is to secure an authoritative statement of the
rights and obligations of the parties under a statute, deed, or contract for
their guidance in the enforcement thereof, or compliance therewith, and not to
settle issues arising from an alleged breach thereof, it may be entertained
only before the breach or violation of the statute, deed, or contract to which
it refers. Where the law or contract has already been contravened prior to
the filing of an action for declaratory relief, the courts can no longer assume
jurisdiction over the action. In other words, a court has no more
jurisdiction over an action for declaratory relief if its subject has already
been infringed or transgressed before the institution of the action.
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