Family violence is not in itself a criminal offence. However, family violence may give rise to various charges. In addition to criminal offences such as assault, indecent assault, rape or attempted murder, there are a number of offences specifically aimed at domestic violence, including:

If someone is charged with an offence relating to family violence, bail conditions must be set with primary consideration for the victim.

An intervention order, while not a criminal charge, may also be an appropriate response to family violence.

In an emergency: 000

For police attendance: 131 444

24 Hour Domestic Violence Crisis Line: 1800 800 098

1800 RESPECT: 1800 737 732