Impediments to the grant of a decree

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The Court may refuse the grant of a decree where —

there has been unjustifiable delay in the presentation of the petition; or

where the party seeking the decree has wilfully attempted to deceive the Court in a matter or particular material to the case.

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s.15Impediments to the grant of a decree— Matrimonial Causes Act (2026 Revision)

Section 15Part 0 —

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The Court may refuse the grant of a decree where —

there has been unjustifiable delay in the presentation of the petition; or

where the party seeking the decree has wilfully attempted to deceive the Court in a matter or particular material to the case.