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In forceContravention of pt 2.8 order—other action
Chapter 2Civil proceedings generally
Part 2.8Disclosure
Division 2.8.8Discovery—other provisions
671 Contravention of pt 2.8 order—other action
(1)
If a party, without reasonable excuse, contravenes an order of the court made under this part, the court may—
(a)
if the party is a plaintiff or other claimant—order that all, or a stated part, of the party’s proceeding be struck out, dismissed or stayed; or
(b)
if the party is a defendant or respondent—order that the party not be allowed to defend all, or a stated part, of the proceeding against the party.
(2)
This rule does not limit any other power of the court in relation to the contravention.
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