An Apprehended Violence Order (“AVO”) is an order imposing conditions on the movement and conduct of another (the “Defendant”) so as to protect the safety and welfare of a person in need of protection (“the Protected Person”). An AVO is made by the Local Court however provisional AVOs can be made by the Police in some instances.
The conditions of an AVO typically includes prohibitions against stalking, intimidating, threatening, harassing or interfering with the Protected Person but additional restrictions or prohibitions may be made depending on the circumstances of the case.
An AVO will apply for a prescribed period of time unless it is extended or otherwise withdrawn upon further application to the Court.
A Defendant contravenes (ie breaches) an AVO if they do not comply with the conditions set out in the AVO. The Defendant can be arrested and subsequently charged with a criminal offence for which penalties may apply. A Defendant found guilty of contravening an AVO can be fined and/or may be imprisoned. The severity of the penalty may depend upon several factors including:
- The nature of the breach;
- Any prior contraventions of the AVO;
- The Defendant’s prior criminal record;
- The Defendant’s knowledge of the condition alleged to have been breached.
If you require assistance with an AVO matter, please arrange an appointment by telephone on (02) 9233 4048 or email info@navado.com.au to see one of our AVO Solicitors.
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