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MENTAL HEALTH ACT 1996 - SECT 209

209 .         How inquiry to be conducted

                In carrying out an inquiry the person appointed —

            (a)         is to act according to equity, good conscience, and the substantial merits of the case without regard to technicalities and legal forms; and

            (b)         is not bound by the rules of evidence but, subject to the rules of natural justice, may be informed on any matter in such manner as the person thinks fit.



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