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Legal terms

The law is difficult and is often described in technical language. Our glossary provides short descriptions of legal words and terms you will find on this website.
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Family violence intervention orderA court order to protect a person, their children and their property from a family member, partner or ex-partner.
Final intervention order

A final order is a longer-term order made if a judicial officer believes a person needs protection. A final order can be made at any court hearing, as long as the application has been served on the respondent.

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