In UK law, modification typically refers to the alteration or amendment of legal documents, agreements, or court orders. This may involve changing specific terms, conditions, or provisions within a legal instrument to accommodate new circumstances, resolve disputes, or reflect updated agreements between parties. Modifications can occur in various legal contexts, including contracts, family law matters such as child custody arrangements, and court orders related to property division or financial support. However, modifications must generally be made in accordance with legal procedures and may require the consent of all relevant parties or approval from a court depending on the nature of the modification and the applicable laws and regulations.
n. a change in an existing court order or judgment made necessary by a change in circumstances since the order or judgment was made or to cure an error. A motion (petition) to the court for modification is common after divorce judgments because the courts “retain jurisdiction” over matters concerning the children which may need changes such as terms of child support and custody.
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This glossary post was last updated: 29th March 2024.
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