The Guides to Social Policy Law is a collection of publications designed to assist decision makers administering social policy law. The information contained in this publication is intended only as a guide to relevant legislation/policy. The information is accurate as at the date listed at the bottom of the page, but may be subject to change. To discuss individual circumstances please contact Services Australia.

3.5 Interpreting court orders

Introduction

This chapter describes the meaning of common terms used in court orders and some hints on interpreting difficult clauses.

WA ex-nuptial cases

The information in this chapter applies to WA-ex nuptial children. See 1.4 for details of the date from which various provisions had effect.

Last reviewed: 15 August 2022