Read the full judgment text of FCMC 001792/1979 on BabelCite. This Family Court judgment before Judge Jones.
Matrimonial Proceedings and Property Ordinance Cap. 192 s.17 – Matrimonial home – Dealing with property – Intent to defeat claim – Jurisdiction – French Civil Code – Restraining order – Costs reserved – Wife entitled to order restraining husband from dealing with property – Court applies own law irrespective of domicile – Presumption under s.17(3) not rebutted – Husband mortgaged home and drew funds – Costs reserved.
Legal issues: Jurisdiction · Dealing with property under s.17(3)
Outcome: Order granted in terms of summons restraining husband from dealing with property.