The NSW Police Force has implemented a policy of conducting compliance checks on victims and persons named in Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders (ADVOs) and Apprehended Personal Violence Orders (APVOs). These checks aim to ensure the safety of victims and their families, and to verify that the AVOs are being complied with. While traditionally these checks […]
Is Intimidation a crime in NSW?
Yes, the offence is stalking, or intimidation is under section 13 the Crimes (Domestic & Personal Violence) Act 2007. The penalty for this offence is 50 penalty units and/or 5 years imprisonment. What is intimidation? conduct (including cyber-bullying) amounting to harassment or molestation of the person, or an approach made to the person […]
I have been served a Domestic Violence Evidence in Chief Video (DVEC), What is this?
A Domestic Violence Evidence in Chief Video (DVEC) is a recorded statement either in audio or video form from the compliant/alleged victim. This DVEC then forms the evidence of the alleged victim in a defended hearing. It is a criminal offence to publish the DVEC on the internet or provide copies without permission. (Criminal […]
Should I agree to an AVO? Consequences of an AVO
What is an AVO? An AVO or Apprehended Domestic/Personal Violence Order is an order from Police and/or the courts prohibiting certain behaviour with the aim of to protecting the Person in Need of Protection (PINOP). How long does an AVO last for? An AVO lasts for a specific period of time or as long […]
I’ve just been served with an AVO, what does that mean? What do I do?
An AVO or Apprehended Domestic/Personal Violence Order is an order from Police and/or the courts prohibiting certain behaviour with the aim of to protecting the Person in Need of Protection (PINOP). AVO’s in New South Wales are governed by the Crimes (Domestic and Personal) Violence Act 2007. Apprehended Violence Orders can be made for the protection […]
Mental Harassment by Neighbour NSW | Obtain a APVO
Difficulties with another person or a neighbour makes life extremely stressful and problematic. With any situation you should always try to resolve the issue between the parties first and foremost. Sometimes situations go beyond this, and you require protection from on-going harassment, violence and/or damage to your property. If there is a threat […]