G v A [2000] JLR 56 (28 February 2000)

G v A [2000] JLR 56 (28 February 2000)

An order for in camera proceedings is justified only if public proceedings may exacerbate the applicant's mental condition and privacy is the only just solution, with the burden of proof on the party seeking the order.

Citation
[2000] JLR 56
Parties
Applicant: G; Respondent: A
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
28 February 2000
Procedural Posture
Civil Procedure / Hearing
Outcome
Order for in camera proceedings granted
Legal Topics
In Camera Proceedings, Privacy Orders
Civil Procedure In Camera Proceedings Privacy Orders

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Parties

G

Applicant

A

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Civil Procedure / Hearing

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether an order for in camera proceedings should be granted
  2. 2 What is the burden of proof for privacy orders in civil hearings

Ratio Decidendi

An order for in camera proceedings is justified only if public proceedings may exacerbate the applicant's mental condition and privacy is the only just solution, with the burden of proof on the party seeking the order.

Court Disposition

Order for in camera proceedings granted

Orders

  • Proceedings to be held in camera