Recently, Streeton Lawyers acted for a client who was facing an application made against them by Police to the Court seeking an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order to protect a “Person In Need Of Protection” (PINOP).

Our client disputed the application and the grounds upon which the Police were making their application. Further, the PINOP did not provide a formal statement to Police and did not support the application.

Through formal negotiations with the Police, we were able to successfully argue to have the Police agree to withdraw their application against our client.  

An Apprehended Domestic Violence Order is not a criminal matter, although they can often be associated with criminal charges, they are civil matters which if made against you is an order of the Court you must abide by. 

If an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order is made against you, you will not have a criminal record. However, if you knowingly breach an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order it is a criminal offence, and you may be charged by Police. An offence of contravening an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order carries a maximum penalty of imprisonment for 2 years and/or a fine of $5,500.

The making of an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order may also place restrictions on you, in respect of holding a firearms or security licence, and working with children.

If you have been served with an application for an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order and would like a consultation with one of our experience lawyers, please call on (02) 9025 9888.