Lawyers and Conveyancers Act 2006

Complaints and discipline - Procedure

236: Rules of natural justice

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"Being Fair: Following Basic Rules of Justice"

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The Disciplinary Tribunal has to follow the rules of natural justice when making decisions. You can think of the rules of natural justice like a set of principles that help keep things fair. The Tribunal must observe these rules when performing its functions and powers.

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Part 7Complaints and discipline
Procedure

236Rules of natural justice

  1. The Disciplinary Tribunal must, in performing and exercising its functions and powers, observe the rules of natural justice.

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