This page presents an official legal definition of “initial order” from a government source. Additional definitions will be added as jurisdictions publish them.
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The order for custody, child support or spousal support made at the time of the divorce or, in some cases, the first order made thereafter. Sometimes referred to as an "original order" and to be contrasted with subsequent orders made on variation or review. Not to be confused with interim orders. (See also interim support, variation and review.)
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