Part 3Provisions relating to procedure in respect of proceedings under Parts 2 and 3A
Miscellaneous provisions
206BPower to dismiss proceedings
The court may dismiss proceedings before it under Part 2 if it is satisfied—
- that the proceedings relate to a specified child and that the continuation of the proceedings is, in the particular circumstances, clearly contrary to the well-being and best interests of the child; or
- that the proceedings are frivolous or vexatious or an abuse of the procedure of the court.
Notes
- Section 206B: inserted, on , by section 8 of the Children, Young Persons, and Their Families Amendment Act 2013 (2013 No 76).
- Section 206B(a): amended, on , by section 97 of the Children, Young Persons, and Their Families (Oranga Tamariki) Legislation Act 2017 (2017 No 31).

