WA 2 day Custody Trials

[KCS]

I have had a 2 day custody trial before in 2016 and off to another soon. Different magistrate this time. Does the new magistrate read old transcripts and affidavits as well as previous jurisdictions? Or do they only read the latest affidavits and trial evidence?

 

[CSFLW]

Is this the Children's court?

 

[KCS]

Is this the Children's court?

This is in the Family Court of Western Australia. Not the childrens court

 

[CSFLW]

is it a final trial?

 

[KCS]

is it a final trial?

Yes as above we already had a final trial in 2016. This is another final trial.

 

[CSFLW]

Why are you back in court if there were final orders made?

 

[KCS]

Why are you back in court if there were final orders made?

The other party wasnt happy with a couple orders and now thats where we are. Sorry cant elaborate. Forbidden to

 

[CSFLW]

To answer your question in general terms, the Magistrate will consider all of the evidence.

 

[KCS]

To answer your question in general terms, the Magistrate will consider all of the evidence.

Thanks including old trial evidence?

 

[Lennon]

No I wouldn't expect the magistrate to read material filed in previous proceedings.