Domestic Violence Orders and Your Employment

If your job means you need to use a firearm, then having a DVO taken out against you can impact your ability to work.

This is because under the Queensland laws that govern DVOs, a court must ask whether a person has access to a weapon as part of their employment.

http://www7.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/legis/qld/consol_act/dafvpa2012379/s80.html

Further, if it is established the person needs to have access to a firearm for their work—for example, if you are a serving member in the Australian Defence Force or a member of the Queensland Police Service, then it is likely their duties will be varied— or they will be unable to work.

The consequences can be even worse for people who work in security.

However, you do have the right to object to any such order and there are often very reasonable grounds to do so.

This is something best done by one of our expert team of Townsville Domestic Violence lawyers, so if you’re facing this situation, you should get in contact.

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https://strategiclawyers.com.au/contact/

Addressing Abusive Behaviour

With us at Strate­gic Lawyers, we understand that abusive behaviour isn’t just about the individual; it concerns everyone in society. Our team is all for finding solutions that don’t just deal with what’s right in front of us but also look at what’s causing the problem. With therapy, le­gal advice, and reaching out to communities, we aim to build a place where everybody feels respected and safe­.

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Tackling Domestic Violence Incidents Head-On

The rise in domestic violence incidents in Townsville is alarming. At Strategic Lawyers, we are not just observers; we are active contributors in the fight in opposition to home violence. Through representation, community packages, and partnerships with partner companies, we aim to lessen these incidents and guide those affected.

Recognising the rising incidence of violence, our team is ready to handle child abuse offences and offer guidance on safety from abuse.

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Protecting the Vulnerable: A Focus on Women and Children

The domestic violence rate is alarming, with violence against women and exposure of children to such environments being the most dangerous situation. Our team is devoted to offering advice to women and ensuring the safety of children. Our technique is holistic, considering the economic abuse and meaningful relationship dynamics that often play a position in such instances.

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I’ve Been Charged with Breaching a DVO: How Likely is Jail?

Data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows that in 2016-17 10,276 Queenslanders faced court over a breach of a domestic violence order.

http://www.abs.gov.au/AUSSTATS/abs@.nsf/DetailsPage/4513.02016-17?OpenDocument

Of those, 9,456 were either found guilty or pleaded guilty; 93 were acquitted and 744 saw the charges they were facing dropped.

https://www.courts.qld.gov.au/court-users/researchers-and-public/stats

In the same year, data gathered by the Queensland Courts shows there were 32,072 applications for domestic violence orders.

These numbers suggest that about one third of cases where there is an application for a DVO will then be followed by charges for breach.

It is not rare to encounter a case where a person is in jail over a DVO breach, and often this is because they have not had proper representation.

Figures published in the media suggest that about one in four people who face court over breaching a DVO end up in jail.

https://www.qt.com.au/news/just-25-of-thugs-who-breach-dvos-go-to-jail/3120658/

If you have been charged with this offence you should make contact with one of our expert DVO lawyers in Townsville.

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https://strategiclawyers.com.au/contact/

Penalties for Breaching Domestic Violence Orders

Breaching a DVO may result in you ending up with a criminal record.

It is a criminal offence to breach a DVO under Section 177 of the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act.

http://www7.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/legis/qld/consol_act/dafvpa2012379/s177.html

If it is a person’s first offence, the maximum penalty is a fine of $16,026 or three years in jail.

The maximum penalty if it is a second offence is a fine of $31,332 or five years in jail.

It is not uncommon for people to be incarcerated over a breach of a DVO; if this is your situation, you need representation from one of our best domestic violence lawyers.

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A few Reasons Why We are One of

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Are you dealing with challenges associated with home violence or in need of professional advice or recommendations on related matters? Our team stands geared up to guide, aid, and champion your purpose. Each person is entitled to personal rights, and as Strategic legal professionals, we are unwavering in our dedication to upholding them. Don’t forget that every man or woman has non-public rights, and at Strategic Lawyers, we are here to uphold them.

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