(1) An order is made:

(a)

in a hearing or trial — when it is pronounced in court by the judicial officer; or

(b)

in chambers — when the judicial officer signs the order (see paragraph 11.16 (3) (b)).

(2)

An order takes effect on the date when it is made, unless otherwise stated.

Note
After an order is made, it is issued by the court. The issued order embodies the terms of the order in a document that is signed and sealed.

(3) A party is entitled to receive:

(a)

a sealed copy of an order;

(b)

if the order is rectified by the court — a sealed copy of the rectified order; and

(c)

a copy of any published reasons for judgment.

(4)

Subrule (3) does not apply to a procedural order.