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Changes to the ways you can apply for an FVRO

Recent changes to the law in WA have made it easier for some people to apply for a family violence restraining order (FVRO).

Court procedure for FVROs

Applying to a court for a family violence restraining order (FVRO) may be a new experience for you.

The court will usually hear your application as soon as possible. When you fill in the paperwork asking for an FVRO, you have the option of having the first hearing without the person you want the[...]

Interim Family Violence Restraining Order guide

If you need protection from violence, threats or abuse from a family member (or former family member), you may want to apply for a Family Violence Restraining Order (FVRO). An FVRO is a court order that can be made to suit your situation requiring a family member: to stay away from you to stop[...]

Can I get one? - Interim FVROs

A Family Violence Restraining Order is a court order made against your partner, ex-partner or another family member. It is designed to stop: violence or threats of violence, or other sorts of behaviour or pattern of behaviour that coerces or controls you, or causes you to be fearful. This section[...]

Conferences in FVRO cases

You might be applying for a family violence restraining order (FVRO) and have seen the question ‘Do you agree to the matter being listed for a conference?’ or heard about FVRO conferences and want to know what they are.

You might be responding to an FVRO application and have seen the question on[...]

Get help dealing with neighbours

How can Legal Aid WA help?

We do not normally give legal advice on disputes with neighbours unless it involves a restraining order. You may be able to get help with dividing fences and neighbourhood disputes through a virtual office appointment.

Contact us

Call the Infoline or contact your[...]

Domestic Violence Legal Unit - 30 years of service

This year Legal Aid WA’s Domestic Violence Legal Unit marks 30 years of service to the Western Australian community.

Family violence and family law

The Family Court takes protecting people and children from harm, abuse, neglect and family violence very seriously. The court will take the history and risk of family violence into account when dealing with your case.

This information will help you to understand:

how the Family Court deals with[...]

Keeping safe - Interim FVROs

This section has information and practical tips about safety planning. The safety of you and your children is the most important thing. If you are thinking about separating or taking legal action because of family violence, it is important to plan carefully and consider your safety. A Family[...]

I didn't get an interim FVRO - Interim FVROs

If the magistrate did not grant your application for an interim FVRO, you have several options.

You can:

proceed with your application and go to a final order hearing
withdraw your application and reapply if there is a new incident of family violence
consider appealing the decision
look at[...]

After an interim FVRO is made - Interim FVROs

Having an interim FVRO from the court is only one part of the process of applying for a final restraining order. There are a few important things to understand about your interim FVRO at the end of the first hearing. Your interim FVRO will not come into force (does not start) until the police serve[...]

Child protection

Parents are responsible for looking after their children and protecting them from harm, or the risk of harm, caused by: abuse, including physical, sexual, psychological, and emotional abuse, being exposed to unsafe environments, including family violence, and drug or alcohol abuse, or neglect. There[...]

Telling your story - Interim FVROs

The court can only make an FVRO if the grounds for the order are met. You must explain why you need the FVRO and satisfy the grounds.

When you go into court, you will need to give evidence to support why you need an interim FVRO.

You must order your thoughts and think about the most important[...]

How to apply - Interim FVROs

When you apply for a Family Violence Restraining Order, there is a lot to think about in a short amount of time. This section covers: how to make an application for an FVRO what to think about before you give your application to the court when your application might be heard what happens at the[...]

Changing final Family Court orders

When making parenting orders, including consent orders, the Family Court expects everyone involved in the case to follow the arrangements.

You must do everything a parenting order says as they are binding court orders. This means taking all reasonable steps to follow the order. There can be serious[...]

Types of offences

This information talks about state offences only, not commonwealth offences.

There are many different state criminal offences contained in a range of statutes including, for example:

Criminal Code (WA)
Misuse of Drugs Act 1981 (WA)
Restraining Orders Act 1997 (WA)
Firearms Act 1973 (WA)
R[...]

Family violence - What's the law?

What's the Law logo This video gives legal information about family violence and abuse in relationships.

It is part of the What’s the law? series of videos and resources for people new to Australia.

Getting help if you or your family are at risk - When Separating

When Separating logo This video drama highlights the impact family and domestic violence has on adults and children. It is part of the When Separating series.

Jess’s relationship with Ben is not safe for Jess or their young daughter. The video shows some of the forms that violence can take within a family and focuses[...]

New FVRO shuttle conferences

A new approach to resolving family violence restraining order cases is being piloted at Perth Magistrates Court.

Community Online Resource Essentials (CORE)

Community Online Resource Essentials (CORE) are free interactive guides to help people dealing with common legal problems without a lawyer.

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