23.01
In forceAppearance before taking a step
Chapter 2Proceedings in the original jurisdiction of the Court
Part 23Appearance
23.01 Appearance before taking a step
23.01.1 Except as provided by rule 23.03, or by leave of the Court or a Justice, a defendant shall not take any step in a proceeding unless that defendant has first filed an appearance.
23.01.2 A defendant may file an appearance by a solicitor or, if the defendant is a natural person, in person.
23.01.3 A notice of appearance must be in Form 7.
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