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Violence Intervention Orders - Victoria (VIC) Police

By Michael RodriguesDecember 31, 20170 comments

Violence Intervention Orders - Role of the Victoria Police   Q: Why are the Police Involved? The police have an obligation to investigate reports of Family Violence. It is good public policy and for the benefit of society that the police take reports of Family Violence seriously. ...

Victoria Intervention Orders- 5 Mistakes to avoid

By Michael RodriguesDecember 30, 20171 comments

5 Mistakes to Avoid with your Violence Intervention Order   Many people who have a Violence Intervention Orders (‘IVO’) made against them, will often make assumptions which are harmful to their case. If you or someone you know is subject to an IVO proceeding, consider ...

Violence Intervention Orders in Victoria—How an Intervention Order can affect you--PART THREE

By Michael RodriguesDecember 28, 20170 comments

How a Violence Intervention Orders can affect you--Part 3   Q: If an Intervention Order is made against me will I still be able to see my child? A: An Intervention Order can include children, if it is alleged that they have or are at risk of being exposed to family violence. ...

Violence Intervention Orders in Victoria—How an Intervention Order can affect you--PART TWO

By Michael RodriguesDecember 28, 20170 comments

How a Violence Intervention Orders can affect you--Part 2   Q: If an Intervention Order is made against me will I have to leave my home? A: This ultimately depends on the Orders the magistrate makes. If the magistrate makes an Exclusion Order then the following explanation below ...

Violence Intervention Orders in Victoria—How an Intervention Order can affect you--PART ONE

By Michael RodriguesDecember 28, 20170 comments

How a Violence Intervention Orders can affect you--Part 1   Q: What can an Intervention Order stop me from doing? A: An applicant who makes an Intervention Order against a respondent, can seek from the magistrate a variety of different Orders to ensure their safety. The Intervention ...

Violence Intervention Orders—Application & Summons FAQ

By Michael RodriguesDecember 26, 20170 comments

An Intervention Order is something you should take seriously.  It is important that you seek legal advice early and well in advance of your court appearance.  This will ensure that you are fully informed of your rights, options and allow time to prepare for any course of ...

Intervention Orders in Victoria-FAQ

By Michael RodriguesDecember 22, 20170 comments

Applying for an Intervention Order in Victoria - FAQ   My Legal Crunch lawyers provide legal services across Victoria and in Melbourne.  Our lawyers routinely represent both Applicants and Respondents in Violence Intervention Orders. Our lawyers know the procedures and ...