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Domestic Violence Orders

What are Domestic Violence Orders?

What are Domestic Violence Orders?

Also known as Intervention Orders, FVOs, ADVOs or Restraining Orders
How do Domestic Violence Orders get made?

How do Domestic Violence Orders get made?

Who can apply and who they can be made against
What types of things can a Domestic Violence Order stop?

What types of things can a Domestic Violence Order stop?

What conditions can be made
What happens at court?

What happens at court?

What to expect, do you need a lawyer, your safety at court
How do I get my stuff back if there's a Domestic Violence Order?

How do I get my stuff back if there's a Domestic Violence Order?

I have a Domestic Violence Order for my protection – what should I do now?

I have a Domestic Violence Order for my protection – what should I do now?

Do you have a Domestic Violence Order against you?

Do you have a Domestic Violence Order against you?

What happens if someone breaks a Domestic Violence Order?

What happens if someone breaks a Domestic Violence Order?

Can I change, end or extend the Domestic Violence Order?

Can I change, end or extend the Domestic Violence Order?

What will happen if I move interstate?

What will happen if I move interstate?

Can I make arrangements for children when there’s a Domestic Violence Order?

Can I make arrangements for children when there’s a Domestic Violence Order?

What happens to a person's visa if there’s domestic and family violence?

What happens to a person's visa if there’s domestic and family violence?

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