If you are at risk of family violence, it is very important to think about the safety of you and your children in deciding what to do.
There are a range of possible options to help protect you, including getting a family violence restraining order.
Recent changes to the law in WA have made it easier for some people to apply for a family violence restraining order (FVRO).
If you have a Family Court case or a child protection case in the Children’s Court, you can now ask for an interim FVRO to be made without the person you want the order against, the respondent, being present.
If you are impacted by the regional court closures between 1 June and 28 August and you don’t think you can attend court in person, it’s important to let the court know.
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