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An introduction to Suppression and Pseudonym Orders in Victoria

Author:
Victorian Government Solicitor's Office
Date:
June 2022

This bulletin provides an introduction to suppression and pseudonym orders and explores the considerations that are likely to be taken into account by a court before implementing such an order.

Suppression Orders

Suppression orders are directives of a court intended to prohibit and restrict the publication or other disclosure of any information in connection with any proceeding.

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Pseudonym Orders

Pseudonym orders operate to conceal the identity of a person by restricting the way the person is referred to in court documents or open court.

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Reviewed 08 September 2022

An introduction to Suppression and Pseudonym Orders in Victoria

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Jennifer Sirca, Lead Counsel VGSO

Jennifer.sirca@vgso.vic.gov.au
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