Category: AVO/Apprehended Violence Orders

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New Bail Laws Tighten on Domestic Violence Offenders
New Bail laws targeting Domestic Violence accused On 1 July 2024 changes to the Bail Act 2013 aimed at making it harder for persons accused of serious domestic violence offences...
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“Coercive Control”
NSW introduces new offence of ‘Abusive behaviour towards current or former intimate partners’ On 1 July 2024, a new offence of ‘abusive behaviour towards current or former intimate partners’ became...
JJ Blog Content 13 JUL 2023 03
How to Defend Yourself Against an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO)
When faced with an apprehended violence order (AVO), a legal situation involving personal safety and potential restrictions on your actions, it’s crucial to understand your rights and know how to...
JJ Blog Content 3 MAR 2023
What Is an Apprehended Violence Order?
If you’ve ever found yourself in a situation where you needed legal protection from someone, chances are you’ve come across the term AVO order. But what exactly is this order,...
JJ Blog Content 2 MAR 2023
Understanding AVOs: How to Apply for an Apprehended Violence Order
If you are experiencing violence or the threat of violence from someone close to you, you may be considering applying for an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO). An AVO is a...
JJ Blog Content 2 MAR 2023
The Right To Ask Scheme: How Does It Work Against Domestic Violence
Under a new scheme set to be trialled in New South Wales, individuals who may be at risk of domestic violence can be alerted to their partner’s history of abusive...