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2624Interpleader—neutrality of applicant
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2624 Interpleader—neutrality of applicant
(1) If a person (the stakeholder) applies for interpleader relief under
rule 2600, the court may dismiss the application or give judgment
against the stakeholder unless satisfied that the stakeholder—
(a) claims no interest in the disputed property, other than for
charges or costs; or
(b) is not in collusion with a claimant to the disputed property.
(2) If an enforcement officer applies for interpleader relief under
rule 2609, the court may dismiss the application unless satisfied that
the enforcement officer—
(a) claims no interest in the disputed property other than for charges
or costs; or
(b) is not in collusion with a claimant to the disputed property.
(3) This rule does not affect the power of the court in other cases to
dismiss an application for interpleader relief or to give judgment
against an applicant for interpleader relief.