If you have been a victim of family
violence, it is important to ensure that you and your
children are protected from this violence. Protection is
available by way of an Intervention Order though the
Magistrates’ Court, or a Family Violence Order through the
Family Court. The Magistrates Court can make Orders that
order a person not to assault molest or denigrate a person
and can make orders that restrain a person from being
anywhere near your place of residence or place of employment
and can order the surrender of firearms if necessary Family
Court can also order injunctions allowing one party the sole
use and occupation of the former matrimonial home on an
interim or final basis.
Family Violence is a ground upon which a party may be
excused from the requirement of attending compulsory Family
Dispute Resolution in relation to children’s issues. Family
Violence is also a factor taken into account when making a
parenting order, as one of the objects of the Court is to
ensure the physical and psychological welfare of children.
If you are involved, or soon to be involved in family law
proceedings, the Courts offer protective services if you are
concerned about your safety whilst at Court. The services
offered include separate rooms for a Conciliation
Conference, presence of security whilst you are in Court and
video link up rather than in person appearance of a party.
If you are in immediate danger it is recommended that you
contact the police, who will then be able to provide you
with further information, and may assist you obtain an
Intervention Order.
WHERE TO NOW?
If you would like to speak with an expert to discuss your
family law issue, please call us on (07) 3007 9898 or send
us an email at
enquiry@murdochs.com.au