Domestic violence offences are serious matters in New South Wales (NSW), and the legal system treats them with utmost importance. The consequences for those convicted can be severe, including criminal penalties, restraining orders, and the disruption of family life. However, in defending domestic violence charges, every person is entitled to a fair trial and proper […]
Domestic violence charges are taken very seriously in New South Wales (NSW), with strict laws in place to protect victims and ensure justice is served. However, those accused of such offences also have legal rights, and defending these charges requires careful consideration of the evidence, legal strategies, and procedural safeguards. At Pannu Lawyers, we are […]
Domestic violence is a serious issue and often comes with heftier criminal penalties. Some key offences often charged against a person who breaches their ADVO includes stalking or intimidation and knowingly contravening an ADVO (sections 13 & 14 Crimes (Domestic and Personal Violence) Act 2007 (NSW)) and common assault (section 61 Crimes Act 1900 (NSW)). […]
With the spread of Covid-19 worldwide and families in lockdown, it is unsurprising that more domestic violence victims are seeking urgent help as tension and violence in the home rises. The social isolation measures implemented in Australia have reduced victims’ ability to obtain support. NSW Victim Services has revealed that the number of domestic violence […]
According to NSW Police, a man appeared before Parramatta Bail Court on 17 May 2020 after allegedly choking a child in a domestic-related incident in the NSW Hunter region. At about 2pm on Saturday 16 May 2020, a 27-year-old man was at a house in Rutherford, about 7km north-west of Maitland, when he allegedly became […]
With strict social distancing and isolation measures put in place by the government, families experiencing violence within their homes risk becoming collateral damage to this unwanted disease. Domestic violence cases have increased globally in the midst of social distancing combined with high levels of financial and emotional stress. In circumstances where the perpetrator exerts control […]
Breach of an ADVO: An Apprehended Domestic Violence Order (ADVO) may be breached if the person against whom the ADVO is issued (the defendant) does something that the ADVO does not allow. All ADVOs must contain the mandatory orders. These orders prevent the defendant in the ADVO from: Stalking, intimidating, harassing or damaging property of […]
Domestic violence (DV) is a serious offence that can have serious consequences for the defendant. If you have been charged with a DV offence, you would have probably also been issued with an Apprehended Domestic Violence order (ADVO). If you have not been charged with a DV offence, the police can still make an application […]
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