Created on: 23.09.15 | Updated on: 05.09.25
Should there be a domestic violence register in Australia? Domestic violence is one of the most prevalent forms of violence against women in Australia. According to Access Economics an estimated 1.6 million Australian women over…
Created on: 22.07.15 | Updated on: 03.03.25
Increased public awareness about the issue of Domestic Violence has prompted changes to the way that Police handle domestic violence cases, with policing powers extended in order to tackle the problem from the frontline. Courts…
Created on: 31.05.15 | Updated on: 03.03.25
Why do so many cases of domestic violence get dismissed in court? In 2013, 8775 out of 34,789 applications for domestic violence orders/criminal charges were dismissed by the court, after the complaint was withdrawn by…
Created on: 09.03.15 | Updated on: 03.03.25
You are entitled to the presumption of innocence While there is a great deal of information published, and many services are available, for the guidance and assistance of those who claim to be victims of…
Created on: 25.11.14 | Updated on: 03.07.25
A police statement refers to an official record of an offence made in the victim’s or witness’ own words. Domestic violence cases can be particularly complex as they sometimes hinge upon statements made by witnesses…
Created on: 13.11.14 | Updated on: 23.04.26
AVO Defence Strategies in NSW (What Actually Works) Defending an AVO in NSW can be a complex process involving written statements, witness evidence, and multiple court appearances. AVO matters are extremely common in Local Courts,…
Created on: 21.05.14 | Updated on: 24.06.24
  By Perry Katsanos, Solicitor, LY Lawyers. Last week, we looked at the nature of domestic violence and the ways in which police and the courts can deal with domestic violence offenders by way…
Created on: 16.05.14 | Updated on: 05.06.24
Domestic Violence and Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders Domestic violence refers to acts of violence that occur between people who have, or have had, an intimate relationship in domestic settings. These acts include physical, sexual,…
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