12.3 Cases in which permission required
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(1) A claimant who wishes to obtain a default judgment on any claim which is a claim against a —
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(a) minor or patient as defined in rule 2.4; or
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(b) State as defined in any relevant enactment relating to state immunity,
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must obtain the court's permission.
• Part 59 deals with proceedings against the Crown.
• Part 23 deals with proceedings involving a minor or patient.
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(2) A claimant who wishes to obtain judgment in default of acknowledgment of service against a diplomatic agent who enjoys immunity from civil jurisdiction by virtue of any relevant enactment relating to diplomatic privileges must obtain the court's permission.
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(3) An application under paragraph (1) or (2) must be supported by evidence on affidavit.
• Rule 12.9(2) contains restrictions on a default judgment where it is sought against some but not all defendants.