ADOPTION ACT 1984 - SECT 69W Refusal to recognise an adoption under this Part

ADOPTION ACT 1984 - SECT 69W

    (1)     If the Secretary considers that an adoption recognised under section 69U is manifestly contrary to public policy, taking into account the best interests of the child to whom the adoption relates, the Secretary may apply to the Court for a declaration that the adoption is not recognised.

    (2)     The Court may make a declaration on an application under subsection (1) if satisfied that the adoption is manifestly contrary to public policy, taking into account the best interests of the child to whom the adoption relates.

    (3)     If a court declares that an adoption is not recognised, the adoption has no effect in Victoria.

S. 69X inserted by No. 32/2000 s. 9.