At EAS Legal, we recently represented a client before the Dandenong Magistrates’ Court who was named as the Respondent in a Personal Safety Intervention Order (PSIO) application.
Intervention Orders can have significant and long-lasting consequences. Even without a criminal charge, an order can restrict movement, communication, employment opportunities, and damage a person’s reputation. Our client was understandably concerned about the impact the order would have on his personal and professional life.
From the outset, our office took a firm and strategic approach.
We conducted a detailed review of the allegations and supporting material and identified significant weaknesses in the Applicant’s position. Through structured and robust discussions, we:
Our team fiercely advocated for our client’s position, ensuring the Applicant and their representatives understood that the matter could not simply proceed without scrutiny.
Following our detailed negotiations and clear defence strategy:
This was an excellent result and a complete vindication for our client.
Personal Safety Intervention Orders are often pursued aggressively, and many Respondents feel pressured to consent simply to “get it over with.”
This case demonstrates the importance of:
At EAS Legal, we do not shy away from challenging weak or unfounded applications.
If you have been served with a Personal Safety Intervention Order or any type of Intervention Order, early legal advice can significantly change the trajectory of your matter.
