Domestic Violence (Amendment) Bill 2002

Public bill · Government · Presented

Allows courts to issue an emergency barring order without first notifying the alleged abuser where immediate protection is needed. The order must be supported by the applicant’s sworn evidence, served as soon as practicable, and last no more than eight working days unless the court confirms it after hearing the other side.

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Bill entitled an Act to amend the Domestic Violence Act 1996

Last updated 12 April 2018