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September 28, 2016
High Range Drink Driving Introduction Drink driving is one of the most common offences dealt within the Local Courts of NSW. There is legislation in place that makes it an offence to drive under the...
September 15, 2016
Upon the issuing of an AVO (Apprehended Violence Order), the following conditions are included preventing the person subject to the order from: assaulting, molesting, harassing, or interfering with the...
September 15, 2016
Apprehended Violence Order - If a person does not consent to an AVO, the matter will be adjourned so the magistrate can decide whether there are grounds to make an order. In such a circumstance, a person...
September 15, 2016
Court issued - An AVO (Apprehended Violence Order) can be issued by the court under the following circumstances: the defendant consents to the order being made; after hearing all of the evidence, the ...
September 15, 2016
Apprehended Violence Order and the steps to take after the application. Upon the making of an application for an order, it’s essential to note the court date when the application is made. The application...
September 15, 2016
Apprehended Violence Order and how to apply for one - A person can contact the police, who can then make an application for an AVO on the person’s behalf, otherwise, a person can make an application on...
September 15, 2016
Apprehended Violence Order - Unlike an ADVO which is issued in matters involving family violence, an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) is a court issued order for a person who fears for their safety. The...
September 15, 2016
Family Violence Order & (ADVO) Apprehended Domestic Violence Order Family Violence Order, and Apprehended Domestic Violence Order (ADVO) is generally made to protect someone from family violence. ...
September 15, 2016
Family Violence and Children - Domestic Violence Law - Children may be particularly vulnerable to family violence, and the Act states that a child is exposed to family violence if they see, hear, or...