Domestic Violence in Queensland
All information contained in this section derives from publicly accessible documentation, and is intended as general, not legal, advice.
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Domestic Violence in Queensland is largely governed under the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 2012 (Qld).
Persons who require protection are called ‘aggrieved’, who make an application (or on whose behalf the Police make an application) for an order against an alleged perpetrator, called a ‘respondent’.
Domestic Violence orders can be temporary (usually until a final hearing of the matter) or final (for a fixed period of time post hearing or consent).
There are some situations where the behaviour of both parties warrants protection orders for each person. This situation is called a ‘cross application’.
Parties should be aware what constitutes domestic violence, how to apply for a protection order, and what the common conditions and consequences of those orders are.
There are some very real consequences to having a domestic violence order made against you, particularly if there are also family law matters, employment issues, or personal circumstances (i.e. firearm ownership) to consider.
Your first call should be to a competent criminal law or family law firm, which also conducts domestic and family violence work, in or around your local area for immediate advice and/or assistance.
Should your matter progress to a hearing, including an application, contested hearing or appeal, and you wish to retain counsel, please contact me.