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Judiciary Act 1903

77EProduction of books

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#### 77E Production of books (1) The High Court may in any suit order a party to produce any books or writings in his or her possession or power that contain evidence pertinent to any issue in the suit. (2) If a party fails to comply with an order under subsection (1), the High Court may: (a) where the party is the plaintiff—dismiss the suit; or (b) where the party is the defendant—give judgment against the defendant as by default.

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Section 77E - Judiciary Act 1903 - Production of books — Zoe