DOMESTIC AND FAMILY VIOLENCE ACT 2007 (NO 34 OF 2007) - SECT 73 How application is made

DOMESTIC AND FAMILY VIOLENCE ACT 2007 (NO 34 OF 2007) - SECT 73

    (1)     The application may be made by phone, fax or another form of electronic communication.

    (2)     If a party wants to apply for a review of the DVO:

    (a)     the party must tell a police officer; and

    (b)     the police officer must facilitate the application.

    (3)     To facilitate the application, the police officer must:

    (a)     contact a magistrate; and

    (b)     ensure the application complies with applicable rules and practice directions relating to making the application; and

    (c)     ensure the magistrate is given the information required for the application.