At EAS Legal, we recently represented a client before the Heidelberg Magistrates’ Court who was the Affected Family Member (AFM) in a police-initiated Family Violence Intervention Order (FVIO).
Although the application had been brought by Victoria Police, our client was not supportive of the Intervention Order and did not believe that ongoing court proceedings were necessary.
As is often the case with police applications, the wishes of the Affected Family Member alone are not determinative, meaning the matter required careful preparation and strong advocacy to persuade the prosecution and the Court that the proceedings should not continue.
Our Approach
From the outset, our office undertook a detailed review of the circumstances surrounding the application and worked closely with our client to understand their position.
We prepared comprehensive supporting material and engaged in extensive discussions with the prosecution, addressing:
Our focus was on presenting a well-prepared and evidence-based case that the continuation of the Intervention Order was not in the interests of justice.
The Outcome
Following our advocacy and negotiations:
This was an outstanding outcome for our client, allowing the proceedings to conclude without the ongoing restrictions and consequences of a final Intervention Order.
Why This Result Matters
Police-initiated Family Violence Intervention Orders can be particularly difficult to resolve because the prosecution may continue the application even where the Affected Family Member no longer supports it.
This case demonstrates the importance of:
At EAS Legal, we understand that every family violence matter is unique. Our role is to ensure that our clients’ voices are heard and that the Court has all relevant information before making a decision.
Need Assistance With a Family Violence Intervention Order?
Whether you are the Affected Family Member, Applicant, or Respondent, obtaining experienced legal advice can make a significant difference to the outcome of your matter.
EAS Legal regularly represents clients in complex Family Violence Intervention Order proceedings throughout Victoria.
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