Asked by Judith on 11-01-2023 12:25:47
Question posted in the Family Law category relating to Gauteng
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Good day
I am currently involved in a Children's court matter.
A social worker was appointed to evaluate my children who placed a report on record with the court.
The Magistrate now does not want to provide set report to the parents with the argument that she needs to protect the children. I did however file a updated clinical phycologist report on record which the Magistrate is decided not to acknowledge. However, she wants to take the social worker's report into consideration when making a final order.
There are no 3rd parties involved in this matter, and therefore this cannot be seen as privileged information. This report is based on the parents parenting the children.
I must be able to defend myself against content that is filed on record. I cannot do so if set report is deliberately withheld from me.
I need guidance please to the specifics section(s) in the rules and regulations that specify that by law I am entitled to any report filed on record, and that the Magistrate must provide set report when requested.
Thank you in advance.
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