Family Violence Flashcards
The act relating to Family Violence is..
Domestic Violence Act 1995
Three kinds of abuse are..
Physical, Sexual or Psychological
A child under this act is defined as..
Under 17 years (unless married). Cannot apply for PSO,
A minor under this act is defined as..
17-19 years (Under 17 = Married). Can apply for PSO
Four Kinds of Domestic Relationships are..
- A partner of the other person
- Family member of the other person
- Ordinarily shares a household with the other person
- Has a close relationship with the other person
Protection Order can be applied for..
Domestic Relationship / Representative / Third Party on behalf
4 Kinds of orders in relation to a PO..
- Occupation Order
- Tenancy Order
- Ancillary Furniture Order
- Furniture Order
Section 50 - Domestic Violence Act 1995
Breach of a PO, fails to comply with any conditions set
Section 315(2)(b) - Crimes Act 1961
If they fail to attend a programme
Who can issue a Police Safety Order?
Rank of Sergeant or above
What is a Bound Person?
A person whom the PSO is issued to
What happens when a Bound Person breaches the PSO?
The bound person is detained and taken into custody and brought before the courts.
PSO lasts for..
No longer than 5 Days
PSO must be served with in..
48 hours before it becomes void
When issuing a PSO you may detain the person for..
2 hours
