Type:	Booklet
Title:	Increasing your safety : information for people who experience abuse and violence in relationships
Authors:	Queensland Department of Families
Keywords:	Protection orders;Legal issues;Legislation analysis;Policing;Client resources
Year:	2003
Publisher:	Queensland Government Department of Families
Notes:	Prepared to assist people in Queensland experiencing abuse and violence in domestic relationships, this information packet provides an overview of what domestic and family violence is, its impact on children and ways in which victims can seek help. The role the police and the various forms of protection available under the law, such as domestic violence orders under the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 1989 (QLD), are outlined and the process of applying for an order is explained. The consequences for breaching an order are also described. A listing of helpful services and a draft 'safety plan' are provided in the Appendix.
URI:	https://anrows.intersearch.com.au/anrowsjspui/handle/1/18326
Physical description:	17 p.
Appears in Collections:	General Resources

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