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CurrentExtension of adjournment
Chapter 6Conduct of a proceeding
Part 6.3Diversion
197 Extension of adjournment
(1)
Despite anything to the contrary in section 193, the Children's Court may adjourn a criminal proceeding for a further period not exceeding 2 months if it considers the adjournment to be appropriate to enable the completion of the diversion program.
(2)
The total period of the adjournment under section 193(1) and subsection (1) must not exceed 6 months.
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