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s 26.14

Effect of discontinuance

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Chapter 2Original jurisdiction—proceedings generally
Part 26Ending proceedings early
Division 26.2Withdrawal and discontinuance

26.14 Effect of discontinuance

Discontinuance under this Division cannot be pleaded as a defence to a proceeding in relation to the same, or substantially the same, cause of action.

Note:

The Court may permit a party to discontinue on terms inconsistent with this rule—see rule 1.35.

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