Domestic abuse

Domestic Violence & Abuse – Protecting Your Safety.

If you are a victim of domestic violence or abuse – you have a right to live free from fear.

The law provides several ways of protecting people from all types of domestic abuse and our family lawyers are experienced in this area.

There are also many free support options available to you, including Fear Free domestic abuse service. If there is an emergency, you should call 999 for either the police or an ambulance.

For a referral to temporary accommodation, contact the free 24-hour National Domestic Helpline on 0808 2000 247 or their website: www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk

How we can help...

Injunctions

We can help you obtain an Injunction. We will prepare the application for you together with a statement. You can apply for an ‘injunction’ if you’ve been the victim of domestic abuse.

The person named in the injunction can be arrested if they break it. You can also apply to extend an existing injunction if it’s ending and you still need protection.

Domestic Violence Protection Orders

Domestic Violence Protection Orders (DVPOs) are Orders applied for by the Police and made by the Magistrates’ Court to provide protection to victims in the immediate aftermath of a domestic violence incident.

With DVPOs, an abuser can be banned with immediate effect from returning to a residence and from having contact with the victim for up to 28 days, allowing the victim time to consider their options and get the support they need.

Non-Molestation Order

A Non-Molestation Order prohibits the abuser from using violence, threatening you, or harassing you, or instructing anyone else to do so. The Orders can also be made to protect the children.

Occupation Order

In some instances, you can apply for an Occupation Order. This regulates the occupation of the home for a period of time to enable financial matters to be resolved while providing you with peaceful enjoyment of your home free from abuse. In some cases, an exclusion zone is created, preventing the abuser from coming within a set area of your home.

Additionally, the Court has the power to order the other party to pay the rent or mortgage on the property.

What to do next?

With offices in Chippenham, Devizes, Marlborough, Royal Wootton Basset and Swindon, we are here for you and offer free, initial consultations.

There are also many free support options available to you, including Fear Free domestic abuse service. If there is an emergency, you should call 999 for either the police or an ambulance.

For a referral to temporary accommodation, contact the free 24-hour National Domestic Helpline on 0808 2000 247 or their website: www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk

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