“Court order”

Jurisdiction: Canada Canada

A written decision made by a judge. Parents must follow what the court order says. Court orders can be changed by going back to a judge and asking for a change, but only if there is a good reason.

Source: Glossary - Making plans: A guide to parenting arrangements after separation or divorce, Department of Justice Canada
Jurisdiction: New Zealand New Zealand

A formal direction from the court requiring a person to do or not do certain things.

Source: Glossary of Legal Terms, New Zealand Ministry of Justice