Analysis of Iranian New Family Protection Act on the Basis of Principles and Rules of Civil Procedure

Analysis of Iranian New Family Protection Act on the Basis of Principles and Rules of Civil ProcedureAbstractIn compare with Iranian Civil Procedure Act of 2000, Iranian Family Protection Act of 2013, has differnet rules on jusrisdiction and formalities for proceedings in family cases. Family Protection Act also has rules about managmnt of court times, conciliation in civil case, recognition and enforcement of family awards. These innovations need to be discused. This article basing on the principles and fundamental rules governing civil procedure is discusing the role of these principles and rules in family proceedings and courts of Iran. This study will show the strengths of the Family Protection Act which can be used in subsequent amendments to the Civil Procedure Act. Family Protection Act also has several drawbacks that must be considered in subsequent amendments or in case law.Keywords: Family Court, Conciliation, Principles and Rules of Litigation, Jurisdiction.