The introductory section of a court order that sets out the background facts and context — who was heard, what documents were considered, and why the order is being made. Recitals do not themselves contain orders, but they explain the basis on which the court is acting. They can be important if the order is later challenged or varied.
In Plain English
The opening part of a court order that explains the story behind it—who was there, what the judge looked at, and the reasons for the decision. They aren't instructions you must follow, but they provide the 'why' behind the judge's orders.
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