N.P v L.P.P (EL 537/2020)
N.P v L.P.P (EL 537/2020) [2020] ZAECELLC 10; 2021 (4) SA 559 (ECE) (2 July 2020)
Section 47(1) of the Superior Courts Act does not apply to retired judges except where proceedings arise from the execution of judicial functions performed during active service or as acting judges. The purpose of the section is to protect judges in active service from unwarranted litigation and interruptions to the functioning of the courts. The applicant's marriage to the respondent is extant, and she is entitled to seek maintenance and protection orders. There is a justiciable issue between the parties regarding allegations of domestic violence and maintenance. The applicant does not requi…
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- Domestic Violence Act
- Spousal Maintenance
- Minor Children Maintenance
- Leave To Sue Judge
- Interpretation Of Statutes