ACT
(Acts 10 of 1956, 6 of 1987, 17 of 1990 and 4 of 1994)
Act 10 of 1956 .. in force 21 April 1956
Amended by Act 6 of 1987 .. in force 24 December 1987
Amended by Act 17 of 1990 .. in forces 15 December 1990
Amended by Act 4 of 1994 .. in force 30 June 1997 (S.I. 53/1997)
ARRANGEMENT OF SECTIONS
| 1. | Short title |
| 2. | Interpretation |
| 3. | Grounds on which orders may be made |
| 4. | Powers of Court |
| 5. | Application by married men |
| 6. | Limitation of powers of Court |
| 7. | Court may vary or discharge order |
| 8. | Procedure |
| 9. | Appeal |
| 10. | Enforcement of orders |
| 11. | Complaint need not be on oath |
| 12. | Form of warrant |
| 13. | Amendment of maximum sum payable |
| Schedule | |
AN ACT to provide a summary remedy for securing maintenance from persons deserting their wives and children.
Commencement [21 April 1956]