Speak to our expert lawyers in domestic violence restraining orders in Perth. Seeking Restraining Orders in WA often occur as a result of being in an abusive relationship.
One of the hardest things anyone can do is to acknowledge and accept that one is in an abusive relationship
Apex Family Lawyers & Mediators are able to assist you to act quickly in taking the necessary steps to prevent further abuse.
We can seek Restraining Orders in WA from the Court to protect you and your children.
Applications for Restraining Orders in WA are governed by the Restraining Orders Act.
The Act provides a number of examples of behaviour that may constitute family violence including:
- an assault against a family member;
- a sexual assault or other sexually abusive behaviour against a family member
- stalking or cyber stalking a family member
- repeated derogatory remarks against a family member
- damaging or destroying property of a family member
- causing death or injury to an animal that is the property of a family member
- unreasonably denying a family member the financial autonomy that the member would otherwise have had
- unreasonably withholding financial support needed to meet the reasonable living expenses of a family member, or a child of the member, at a time when the member is entirely or predominantly dependent on the person for financial support
- preventing a family member from making or keeping connections with the member’s family, friends or culture
- kidnapping, or depriving the liberty of, a family member, or any other person with whom the member has a family relationship
- distributing or publishing, or threatening to distribute or publish, intimate personal images of the family member
- causing any family member who is a child to be exposed to behaviour referred to in this section
Restraining Orders in WA help to stop a person from committing violent or inappropriate acts against you by placing limits on what they can do. We can inform you of your options, prepare your documents and represent you in Court.
We will prioritise your safety first and will also be able to advise you on any separation, care arrangements for your children and any financial matters.
If you are in a situation of abuse and need advice about Restraining Orders in WA, contact us so that we can guide you through the process toward a brighter and safer future.
