Difference between revisions of "The Court System for Family Matters"

The Provincial Court has special rules just for family law proceedings, the [http://canlii.ca/t/85pb Provincial Court Family Rules]. If you are involved in a proceeding in the Provincial Court, you should read and understand these rules. The rules of court say how every aspect of a Provincial Court case is run, from starting a court proceeding to scheduling a trial. They set set out important deadlines and limitations, and say what court forms must be used for which purpose. You also need to have a look at the [http://www.provincialcourt.bc.ca/types-of-cases/family-matters/chief-judge-practice-directions Practice Directions] issued by the Chief Judge, which clarify aspects of the rules of court and describe additional processes and procedures.