Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders
1: On-the-spot apprehended domestic violence orders to protect women | February 28, 2013
POLICE will be able to issue apprehended domestic violence orders on the spot without court approval in what the government says is the “single most practical meaningful reform in combating domestic violence in memory”…
2: Family Violence Amendments: developments by the Federal and NSW Governments | February 6, 2013
Amendments to the Family Law Act that changed the way the law addresses family violence in family law matters came into force from 7 June 2012…
3: New family abuse database mooted for NSW | January 23, 2013
EVERY case of domestic violence reported to police, hospitals and non-government organisations will be recorded on a central data base under plans for a sweeping overhaul of domestic violence laws…
4: Free Legal Sessions to Empower Women | April 15, 2012
Jess was aided by the police and the Illawarra Women’s Health Centre, which is hosting a series of legal information sessions to educate women considering leaving a difficult relationship…