Neutrality of applicant
12.10 Neutrality of applicant
If a stakeholder applies for relief by way of interpleader, the Court may dismiss the application or make an order against the applicant unless the Court is satisfied that the applicant—
claims no interest in the property in dispute except for charges or costs; and
does not collude with any claimant.
If a sheriff applies for relief by way of interpleader, the Court—
may require the sheriff to satisfy the Court on the matters referred to in paragraph (1); and
may, if not satisfied on those matters, dismiss the application.
Nothing in this Rule affects the power of the Court in other cases to dismiss the application or to make an order against the applicant.
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