Assumption: "(Publication) If I object to my judgment being published, the court won't publish it."
1 min readThis content reflects observational insights and lived community experiences. It does not constitute legal advice — always consult a qualified professional for your specific circumstances.
What People Expect
People think a party's objection is enough to stop a family court judgment being published.
Court Reality
There is no veto. The judge balances the right to privacy against open justice and freedom of expression. In a 2024 family court case, one parent objected and the judgment was published anyway. The judge said that if people criticised in judgments could block publication, hardly any would be published.
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The Gap?
"(Publication) If I object to my judgment being published, the court won't publish it."
Court Reality
There is no veto. The judge balances the right to privacy against open justice and freedom of expression. In a 2024 family court case, one parent objected and the judgment was published anyway. The judge said that if people criticised in judgments could block publication, hardly any would be published.
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