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Expert reports

An expert report is a written report from an expert that a party uses as evidence in a VCAT case.

On hearing day - Guardians and administrators

Hearings for cases about guardians and administrators are not based on resolving a conflict between two opposing sides. Instead, the hearing is focused on protecting the needs of the person who has, or needs, a substitute decision-maker.

Photography, recording, mobile phones and electronic devices

It is an offence to record any part of a VCAT hearing without permission (Court Security Act 1980).

What to expect after the hearing

When the final hearing is complete, VCAT makes a decision in the case.

Decisions

When VCAT makes a decision, we give an order in writing that states what must happen. Both parties must follow what the order says.

Decisions and orders

VCAT makes a decision in a matter after hearing the evidence, looking at the documents provided by each party and considering how the law applies to your case.

Appeal a decision

VCAT decisions can only be appealed at the Supreme Court of Victoria on a question of law. You must apply for permission to appeal a VCAT decision. This is called seeking leave to appeal.

Enforce a VCAT order

If the other party in your dispute does not follow the order that VCAT has given, you can enforce it through a court. We do not enforce a decision or order.

Fix a mistake in a VCAT order

If you notice a mistake in a VCAT order you can ask for a correction order.

Reviews and rehearings

If you or your representative had a reasonable excuse for not attending the hearing, you can apply for a rehearing.