A Domestic Violence Order (DVO) is made by the court that prohibits the Respondent (aggressor) from certain behaviour, such as harassment, stalking, intimidation, violence or the threat of violence. The purpose of a protection order is to provide protection from this behaviour in the future – it usually states that a person cannot behave as such or go within a certain distance of the home or workplace of the person lodging the application.

The court can make an Domestic Violence Order if the Respondent consents to it being made, or if evidence is heard (through a trial) proving that a person in need of protection fears violence or harassment by the Respondent. The magistrate also has to be satisfied that there are reasonable grounds for these fears in order to make a DVO.

If you need to make a DVO, or if somebody has made a DVO against you, it is recommended to seek legal advice from an experienced solicitor immediately.

Our firm has significant experience in DVO matters and our Lawyers have held the role of Duty Lawyer at the Beenleigh and Holland Park Magistrates Courts.