When it is established that the summons or notices were properly delivered to the defendant, but the defendant fails to appear in Court on the scheduled date, under which section can the Family Court proceed ex parte?

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Published: 7 May 2019
Last updated: 28 May 2026

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Explanation

According to Section 9(5)(a), if the summons or notices are duly served and the defendant does not appear on the fixed date, the Family Court is authorized to continue proceedings ex parte.

Practice related questions from the same subject.

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6.Which type of court exercises its authority when enforcing a Family Court's judgment and decree?
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When it is established that the summons or notices were properly delivered to the defendant, but the defendant fails to appear in Court on the scheduled date, under which section can the Family Court proceed ex parte?

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