District Courts Rules 2009

1.9 Further provisions about interpretation
  • 1.9.1 A word or an expression used in a rule or form in these rules and not defined in these rules but defined in an enactment dealing with the subject matter of that rule or form, unless the context otherwise requires, has the meaning given to it by that enactment.

    1.9.2 In these rules, unless the context otherwise requires, a reference to a proceeding for the recovery of land or chattels is treated as including a proceeding against the Crown for an order declaring that the plaintiff is entitled as against the Crown to, or to the possession of, the land or chattels.

    1.9.3 In a judgment, order, direction, or other document forming part of a proceeding or of an interlocutory application, unless the context otherwise requires,—

    month means a calendar month

    working day has the same meaning as in rule 1.8.

    1.9.4 In these rules, a reference to the time fixed, ordered, or allowed for taking any action is subject to any order made under rule 1.18.

    Compare: SR 1992/109 r 3(2)–(4)

    Rule 1.9.4: inserted, on 14 June 2012, by rule 4 of the District Courts (General) Amendment Rules 2012 (SR 2012/85).