§ 157 Interpretation of this part

If a rule in this section clashes with a rule from the specific type of case being handled, the specific rule wins. In other words, the more general rules here only apply when they don't conflict with the particular set of rules that govern that kind of case.

For example, if a custody case has its own rule that says something different from what's in this section, the court has to follow the custody rule instead. This section is meant to fill in gaps, not override the specific rules already set up for each type of proceeding.

What this means for you: if you're involved in a Family Court case, the specific rules for your type of case (like custody, support, or abuse cases) come first. This section only matters when those specific rules don't cover a situation or don't say anything different.