(LPRS)Get the order

If you have a child support case in Kelowna Provincial Court, see our Child support page for important information.

At the end of the trial, the judge either:

• gives a decision right away, or
• says that they will decide at a later date.

If the judge decides right away

If the other person has a lawyer, their lawyer will write the order.  If neither of you has a lawyer, the registry clerk will write it.

The order is effective as soon as the judge makes it.

If the judge doesn't make their decision that day

If the judge says they will decide later:

• the clerk will give you a date to come back to court and hear the decision, or
• the registry will contact you later to give you a date to come and hear the decision.

Sometimes the judge makes a written decision and it's mailed to the parties. Usually the judge will state at the end what orders are being made. Read the statements carefully so you understand what the judge has decided. If you have any trouble understanding the judge's decision, ask duty counsel or call a law help line for help.