Queensland Numbered Acts

DOMESTIC AND FAMILY VIOLENCE PROTECTION AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT ACT 2016 - SECT 53

53 Replacement of s 31 (What is the effect of an interstate order)

Section 31—
omit, insert—

31 What is the effect of an order made in another State or New Zealand

(1) If a person has obtained an interstate order in another State, the interstate order is a recognised interstate order under part 6 and enforceable under this Act.

(2) If a person has obtained a New Zealand order, the New Zealand order—

(a) may be registrable in Queensland under part 6 or in another State under a corresponding law; and

(b) if registered in Queensland or another State, is a recognised interstate order under part 6 and enforceable under this Act.