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Paragraph 8.18 Pronouncement of decision

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(1)

If the sheriff pronounces his decision at the end of the hearing held in terms of rule 8.2(1) or any proof, he must state briefly the grounds of his decision, including the reasons for his decision on any question of law or of admissibility of evidence.

(2)

If the sheriff pronounces his decision after reserving judgement, he must give to the sheriff clerk within 28 days–

(a)

a statement of his decision; and

(b)

a brief note of the matters mentioned in paragraph (1).

(3)

The sheriff clerk must send copies of the documents mentioned in paragraphs (2)(a) and (b) to each of the parties.