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Oranga Tamariki Act 1989

Provisions relating to procedure in respect of proceedings under Parts 2 and 3A - Appointment of persons to represent child or young person or assist court

160: Appointment of lawyer to assist court

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"The court can choose a lawyer to help make fair decisions for you."

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In the Family Court, you might be involved in proceedings under Part 2 or 3A of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989. The court can appoint a lawyer to help them make decisions. The court can also ask the Registrar to choose a lawyer to assist them.

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Part 3Provisions relating to procedure in respect of proceedings under Parts 2 and 3A
Appointment of persons to represent child or young person or assist court

160Appointment of lawyer to assist court

  1. In any proceedings in the Family Court under Part 2 or 3A, the court may—

  2. appoint a lawyer to assist the court; or
    1. direct the Registrar of the court to appoint a lawyer to assist the court.

      Notes
      • Section 160: replaced, on , by section 6 of the Children, Young Persons, and Their Families Amendment Act 2013 (2013 No 76).
      • Section 160: amended, on , by section 261 of the District Court Act 2016 (2016 No 49).