John Hemmes v John Patrick Young - SC CIV 27/2004
Summary
Family law - whether s16(2) of the Adoption Act 1995 precludes the High Court from issuing a declaration of paternity under s10 of the Status of Children Act 1969 in respect of a child and natural parent where the child has been adopted.
Result
Leave to appeal granted.
8 March 2005
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Appeal allowed. All orders made below are set aside. The proceeding is struck out. Costs to the appellant in the total sum of $25,000 to cover all courts plus disbursements.
15 July 2005
Related Documents
Leave judgment - leave granted — HEMMES V YOUNG [2005] NZSC 9 8 March 2005
Additional Information
HEMMES V YOUNG SC CIV 27/2004 [15 July 2005]