Police, legal help and the law

Domestic and family violence is a crime. Here, you can find information on the role of the Police and the laws that apply to domestic and family violence. Understand your rights as a victim and where you can get legal help.

NSW Domestic Violence Line - ‍1800 656 463

Law Access NSW - 1300 888 529

Calling police for help

Understand the role of police and how they can help

Criminalising coercive control in NSW

Find out about coercive control and NSW Government actions on coercive control

Discrimination

Understand what is discrimination and who you can contact if you have experienced discrimination

The law on domestic violence

Find examples of domestic and family violence crimes and what police will do

Charter of victim's rights

Know your rights as a victim of crime

The law about sharing information

Understanding information sharing under Part 13A of the Crimes (Domestic and Personal Violence) Act 2007.

Getting an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO)

What is an AVO, how to apply, and what are exclusion orders

Domestic violence: Legal help contacts list

Find contacts for legal support and services specific to domestic violence