Special Investigating Units And Special Tribunals Act, 1996 (Act No. 74 of 1996)RulesSpecial Tribunal Rules16. Close of Pleadings |
| (1) | Pleadings are considered closed if— |
| (a) | Either party has joined issue without alleging any new matter, and without adding any further pleading; |
| (b) | The last day allowed for filing a replication or subsequent pleading as may be ordered, has elapsed and it has not been filed; |
| (c) | The parties agree in writing that the pleadings are closed, and such agreement is filed with the Registrar; or |
| (d) | The parties are unable to agree as to the close of pleadings, and the Tribunal, upon the application of a party declares them closed. |