Community Schemes Ombud Service Act, 2011 (Act No. 9 of 2011)Chapter 5 : Adjudicator’s orders53. Order dismissing application |
| (1) | The adjudicator may make an order dismissing the application if, after investigation— |
| (a) | the adjudicator considers that the application is frivolous, vexatious, misconceived or without substance; or |
| (b) | the applicant fails to comply with a requirement in terms of section 51. |
| (2) | If the adjudicator makes an order in terms of subsection (1)(a), the adjudicator— |
| (a) | may order costs against the applicant to compensate the affected person for loss resulting from the application; and |
| (b) | in considering the costs, must have regard to any previous applications made by the applicant. |
| (3) | The amount of costs ordered in terms of subsection (2) must not be more than the maximum amount prescribed. |