On-the-spot police DVOs may harm marginalised victims: advocates
Queensland Police officers responding to domestic and family violence incidents will have the power to issue on-the-spot 12-month Police Protection Directions, also known as Domestic Violence Orders from next year. The Queensland government says they have consulted with stakeholders on the proposed changes. But victim-survivor advocates, particularly First Nations women, are concerned these increased police …
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