Home›Committees›Delegated Legislation Joint Committee (1987 - 2001)›Report

Supreme Court Amendment Rules (No 2) 1997

Delegated Legislation Joint Committee (1987 - 2001)· 12 November 1997general_report

This WA parliamentary committee report examines the Supreme Court Amendment Rules (No. 2) 1997, focusing on increased court fees and their potential impact on 'Access to Justice'. The committee considered whether the fee increases unduly trespass on established rights and freedoms, particularly in light of the 'User Pays' principle. The report highlights the need to balance cost recovery with ensuring fair access to the legal system.

Impact

Litigants in the Supreme and District Courts are directly affected by the increased fees. The broader community is affected by potential limitations to access to justice. The Supreme Court and District Court are affected by the need to balance cost recovery with their core function.

justicepublic_sectorfinanceSupreme CourtDistrict CourtAmendment RulesCourt FeesAccess to JusticeUser PaysLitigationCost RecoveryWestern AustraliaDelegated LegislationAuditor GeneralCommercial Disputes

Download PDF →Parliament source →More from this committee