Domestic Violence Flashcards
1
Q
Describe family violence (4)
A
Ongoing, forceful, intimidating, controlling
2
Q
What level of law deals with domestic violence?
A
State
3
Q
What sections of the Australian law deal with domestic violence? (2)
A
Restraining orders act (1997) - WA and Family Law Act (1975)
4
Q
How many women in Australia experience family domestic violence?
A
1/3
5
Q
How many women in Australia experience domestic sexual violence?
A
1/5
6
Q
What differs with domestic violence in CaLD communities?
A
Women in CaLD communities generally experience domestic violence from more than one person at a time
7
Q
What factor can effect domestic violence?
A
Financial Position
