Cases of domestic violence are on the rise, which is a reflection of the current social and economical climate, which can be caused by financial difficulties, work or home issues.
Living with another human being requires give and take, while external pressures can lead to unintended violence.
Frustration and altered states of mind are often blamed for domestic violence, yet there is no excuse for such behaviour and the Australian government regards protection as very important.Â
Contact a local family lawyer
Regardless of where you are located in Australia, Google can help you find a good domestic violence lawyer​ who can apply for a court order to prevent your partner (the perpetrator) from visiting you.
Once this protection is in place, the person named in the order is prohibited from contacting you in any way, it also prohibits them from visiting your home and there are serious punishments for breaching such an order.
24/7 Response
A family lawyer would have a 24/7 hotline that allows you to talk to a lawyer at any time of day or night; even in the middle of the night, wheels can be set in motion to restrict the perpetrator from coming into contact with you.
Keep all evidence
Take photos of any injuries and keep all medical reports, X-Rays and hospital receipts; your lawyer would help you to collect evidence that you have been the victim of domestic violence.
The lawyer would facilitate the restraining order issued by a family court and the perpetrator would be served the order that prevents them from making contact.
Virtual legal consultations
Most family lawyers are happy to deliver their services via a Zoom connection, so you do not have to attend their offices if you prefer to stay at home.
Of course, the lawyer would remind you that you must not make contact with the perpetrator and a court date can be scheduled should a criminal offence be committed.
To conclude, all forms of violence are strongly condemned and should you be the victim of physical or mental abuse, you should search online for a domestic violence lawyer, a legal professional who can set the wheels in motion for an order to be issued.
