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Section 8 — Family Law Act 1975: Supersession of existing laws
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(1) After the commencement of this Act, proceedings by way of a matrimonial cause shall not be instituted except under this Act. (2) Proceedings for a decree of restitution of conjugal rights, of jactitation of marriage or of judicial separation shall not be instituted or continued after the commencement of this Act. (3) Proceedings for a separation order shall not be instituted after the commencement of this Act.
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