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When an application cannot be made

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Chapter 2The National Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual Abuse
Part 2‑3How to obtain redress under the scheme
Division 2Application for redress under the scheme

20 When an application cannot be made

(1)

A person cannot make an application for redress under the scheme if:

(a)

the person has already made an application for redress under the scheme; or

(b)

a security notice is in force in relation to the person; or

(c)

the person is a child who will not turn 18 before the scheme sunset day; or

(e)

the application is being made in the period of 12 months before the scheme sunset day.

(2)

Paragraph (1)(e) does not apply if the Operator determines there are exceptional circumstances justifying the application being made.

(3)

Before making a determination under subsection (2), the Operator must comply with any requirements prescribed by the rules.

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Section 20 — When an application cannot be made — National Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual Abuse Act 2018 (Commonwealth) — Barrister AI