Non-Molestation Order

Molestation Includes

• Physical violence

• Threats of violence

• Harassment and pestering

• Psychological, sexual, financial, and emotional control

• Inciting or instructing a third party to carry out actions 

• A Non-Molestation Order prohibits contact from the respondent for a period of time — typically between 6 and 12 months

• They can be made

  • Ex-parte – can be made without offender being aware (in emergency situation)

  • Inter-parte – offender will be given notice of a court date 

• You can apply for a non-molestation order through domestic proceedings court 

• This Link will Take You to the Application Page

Breach of a Technical Nature

• Starting point: fine & compensation order

• Sentencing range: fine to community order & compensation order

Breach of a Fundamental Nature

• Starting Point: 3 month custody & compensation order

• Sentencing Range: community order to 6 months custody & compensation order