96C.10 Information Supporting Application for *Interim *Ex Parte Order - Criminal Justice (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2023, Section 28 *(12) *(7)

What this form is for

• • Use when you need immediate court intervention without notifying the other party
• • Use when there is evidence that notification would defeat the purpose of the order
• • Use when applying under Section 28 of the Criminal Justice (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2023
• • Use for temporary orders that will be reviewed at a full hearing
• • Not for standard applications where both parties can be notified

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

There is typically no fixed deadline for submitting this form as it's used for urgent situations, but delays could compromise the effectiveness of the requested interim order.

Before you submit

• • All sections of the form are completed accurately
• • Supporting evidence is attached and referenced in the application
• • The correct court office is identified
• • Any required fees are paid or payment arrangements made
• • The application clearly explains why ex parte treatment is necessary
• • The form is signed by the applicant or legal representative
• • A copy is retained for personal records

How to file this form

1. 1Complete the form with all required information
2. 2Gather supporting documentation that justifies the emergency request
3. 3Submit the form to the appropriate court office
4. 4Pay any required fees
5. 5Keep a copy of the submitted application and proof of submission
6. 6Prepare for the subsequent full hearing where the order will be reviewed

Known limitations

• • The court may require additional information before granting the order
• • The ex parte nature of the application doesn't guarantee the order will be made
• • The order is typically temporary and subject to review
• • The application must demonstrate specific legal grounds under Section 28
• • The court may require notice to be given in certain circumstances despite the ex parte request