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๐Ÿ“œ Courts Legislation Amendment Bill 1999

Bill ruled out of order by the SpeakerLC10 November 1999

The Courts Legislation Amendment Bill 1999 amends the District Court of Western Australia Act 1969, the Liquor Licensing Act 1988, the Local Courts Act 1904, and the Supreme Court Act 1935. It relates to court operations, staffing, fees, and mediation.

Impact

This bill affects the operation of the District Court, Liquor Licensing Court, Local Courts, and the Supreme Court. It impacts judges, court staff, legal practitioners, and individuals or entities involved in court proceedings by altering appointment processes, fee structures, and introducing mediation processes.

Key Changes

["Amends the appointment process for District Court Judges.", "Allows for the employment of personal staff for District Court Judges.", "Changes regulations regarding fees and poundage in the District Court.", "Modifies the appointment and role of the Liquor Licensing Court Judge.", "Introduces mediation processes within the Supreme Court."]

Parliamentary Progress

  1. LC Second Reading MovedLC10 Nov 1999
  2. LC Second Reading AgreedLC16 Mar 2000
  3. LC Third ReadingLC16 Mar 2000
  4. LA Second Reading MovedLA22 Mar 2000
Affected Sectors
justicepublic_sector

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