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### 379 Discontinuance > > (1) A discontinuance under [rule 376](#GS376@EN) or [377](#GS377@EN) is not a defence or answer to any subsequent proceeding. > > > (2) A plaintiff or applicant may not discontinue a proceeding otherwise than under [rule 376](#GS376@EN) or [377](#GS377@EN) . > > > (3) A discontinuance is to be by notice in accordance with the prescribed form.

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