Re Kara (No 5) [2020] NSWSC 1462

Re Kara (No 5) [2020] NSWSC 1462

Continuation of orders authorising Kara's secure placement and confinement is justified as necessary to protect her from harm and promote her welfare in light of frequent absconding, lack of engagement with treatment, and limited progress on social and educational planning; ongoing review is required.

Jurisdiction
Australia
Judgment Date
21 October 2020
Procedural Posture
Equity Proceeding Under Parens Patriae Jurisdiction / Continuation and Review of Confinement Orders
Outcome
Continuation of previous confinement orders, with additional directions for educational and social planning, and ongoing review.
Legal Topics
['parens Patriae Jurisdiction' 'aboriginal Child Welfare' 'involuntary Confinement' 'medical Treatment of Minors' 'child Protection' 'secure Placement Orders']
['family and Child Welfare' 'equity'] ['parens Patriae Jurisdiction' 'aboriginal Child Welfare' 'involuntary Confinement' 'medical Treatment of Minors' 'child Protection' 'secure Placement Orders']

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Procedural Posture

Equity Proceeding Under Parens Patriae Jurisdiction / Continuation and Review of Confinement Orders

Legal Issues

  1. 1 ['Whether continuing confinement of Kara in a secure placement is necessary for her protection and welfare' 'Whether the orders authorising confinement should continue subject to ongoing review' 'Whether proper support and planning is in place for Kara’s education and social needs']

Ratio Decidendi

Continuation of orders authorising Kara's secure placement and confinement is justified as necessary to protect her from harm and promote her welfare in light of frequent absconding, lack of engagement with treatment, and limited progress on social and educational planning; ongoing review is required.

Court Disposition

Continuation of previous confinement orders, with additional directions for educational and social planning, and ongoing review.

Orders

  • ['Orders 4, 5 and 6 made on 21 September 2020 continue.' "Plaintiffs to provide to defendants updated information on contact arrangements and Kara's community access, schooling, and activities within 24 hours of any changes." 'Plaintiffs to provide to defendants, by 21 November 2020, a plan addressing educational...