Family Court RC

The Numbers Don't Lie

The data reveals a system in crisis. These statistics highlight why a Royal Commission is urgently needed to restore faith in the judiciary.

1

Prosecution for Perjury

Only one person has been prosecuted for lying in family court proceedings in the last decade, despite widespread reports of false allegations.

3+ Years

Average Delay

The average time to reach a final hearing in complex matters has blown out to over 3 years, leaving children in limbo during their most formative years.

60%

Self-Represented Litigants

Over 60% of cases involve at least one party without legal representation due to the prohibitive costs of the system, leading to power imbalances.

NZ

International Precedent

New Zealand is now also calling for a Royal Commission into their family court system, citing similar systemic failures and harm to children.

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