The closing date for submissions was Friday, 27 February 2009

The bill amends the Domestic Violence Act 1995, the Sentencing Act 2002, and the Bail Act 2000. The key enforcement initiative is the introduction of an "on the spot" order issued by the Police for the purpose of protecting victims of domestic violence.

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