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Family Proceedings Act 1980

3: Act to bind the Crown

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This Act applies to you and the government. The government must follow this Act, except for sections 117 and 120. You can find these sections at sections 117 and 120.

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3Act to bind the Crown

  1. Subject to sections 117 and 120, this Act shall bind the Crown.