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In forceInterpleader—default by claimant
Chapter 2Civil proceedings generally
Part 2.19Interpleader proceedings
Division 2.19.3Interpleader orders
2623 Interpleader—default by claimant
(1)
This rule applies if—
(a)
a claimant to the disputed property has been given appropriate notice of the hearing of an application for interpleader relief; and
(b)
the claimant does not appear at the hearing or does not comply with an order made on an application for interpleader relief.
(2)
The court may order that the claimant, and anyone claiming under the claimant, be barred from prosecuting the claim against the applicant and anyone claiming under the applicant.
(3)
An order under subrule (2) does not affect the rights of the claimants as between themselves.
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