Domestic Violence
Individuals in domestic abuse situations are increasingly filing petitions under the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act. After receiving an application, an individual must reply to the allegations and decide whether to fight a domestic violence protection order or accede to issuing an order without a formal hearing with resulting advantages and disadvantages.
At times the Queensland Police Service can apply on behalf of an individual who feels offended or unsafe.
At Envisage Lawyers, we have extensive expertise representing plaintiffs and defendants in domestic abuse cases. Whether you are responding to the application or applying for an order, it is relatively normal for an application of this sort to have a significant influence on your life. In addition, these processes can impact other proceedings that a person may be involved in, such as parental proceedings in the Federal Circuit Court of Australia.
If the Court issues a domestic violence order identifying a respondent, temporarily or permanently, several repercussions might violate the order. A criminal charge of violating a domestic violence order is a standard charge before the Court. Depending on the severity of the violation, first-time offenders who are found guilty of these offences may face consequences of actual imprisonment.
If you believe you require additional protection by applying for a domestic violence order, or if you are required to respond to a domestic violence order, please get in touch with our office to provide you with detailed advice on the appropriate course of action.
Applications Under Peace and Good Behaviour Act
Anyone who feels aggrieved in certain circumstances can apply the Peace and Good Behaviour Act. In these cases, an individual might apply to the Court for an Order protecting them, and if necessary, other named parties, from the actions of someone who is not in a domestic relationship.
Disagreements between neighbours and other forms of relationships may be the subject of such proceedings, which feel that they require further protection by issuing an order. If approved, the respondent may be required to keep the peace, not approach within a certain distance of the aggrieved person’s dwelling or place of employment, and not contact the aggrieved person. If an order is issued, a respondent who has violated the order may face repercussions.
At Envisage Lawyers, we have the necessary expertise to represent individuals as applicants or defendants. These processes can be stressful for all parties engaged in a dispute, and we strive towards providing you with the best possible representation.
If you are considering representation for proceedings of this sort, whether you are aggrieved or compelled to answer the application, contact our office today for consultation and advice.