A general term for court orders that protect someone from harm — most commonly non-molestation orders and occupation orders under the Family Law Act 1996. They're designed to prevent abuse, harassment, or threats and to regulate who can live in the family home.
In Plain English
Orders made by the court to keep someone safe from domestic abuse or harassment. They can stop someone from coming near you or dictate who is allowed to live in the family home.
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A "gap" is a common assumption people hold going into family court, set against what the court actually does. The bold line below is the assumption — not a fact. The reality underneath is what the court typically observes.
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