# The Family Proceedings Rules (Northern Ireland) 1996, Rule 2.45: Hearsay and expert evidence

Extent: N.I.

(1) R.S.C. Order 38, rules 5 and 19(1) shall not apply in relation to an undefended cause in the High Court.
(2) R.S.C. Order 38, rule 19 shall have effect in relation to a defended cause in the High Court as if—
(a) for the words “this Order” in paragraph (3), there were substituted a reference to rule 2.41 of these Rules; and
(b) paragraph (4) were omitted.
(3) Unless in any particular case the court otherwise directs, C.C.R. Order 38, rule 19(1), shall not apply in relation to an undefended cause pending in [ the county court].

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/nisr/1996/322/rule/2.45 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/family-proceedings-rules-northern-ireland-1996/rule-2.45
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