Domestic Violence – By Innojustice Lawyers – 1 April 2025
Understanding Domestic Violence
This article aims to clarify what domestic violence is and what forms it can take.
What is Domestic Violence?
Domestic violence occurs when you experience violence or abuse from someone you have a relationship with, regardless of the relationship’s length. If you can establish a relationship, laws addressing this type of violence may apply. Please note that this information is not exhaustive and does not constitute legal advice for your specific situation, as each case is unique.
What Is Domestic Violence?
Domestic violence happens when someone you’re in a relationship with—regardless of how long the relationship has lasted—uses violence or abuse against you. If you can show that a relationship exists, the law may protect you under domestic violence provisions. Keep in mind, this article offers general information and doesn’t replace legal advice tailored to your specific situation, since every case is different.
Forms of Domestic Violence
Many people mistakenly believe that domestic violence only involves physical harm. However, the law also recognizes several non-physical forms of abuse. You can use these forms of abuse as grounds to apply for a protection order.
Here are some examples:
- Someone threatens suicide or self-harm to manipulate or control you.
- Someone constantly belittles or insults you, including using racial slurs.
- Someone threatens to end the relationship if you don’t meet their demands.
- Someone threatens to block your access to shared finances if you don’t comply.
Threats to withhold access to shared finances if you don’t do what is demanded.
What to Do if You are Experiencing Domestic Violence
If you are in immediate danger, call the Police by dialling 000. If the threat is not immediate, you should seek legal advice. The question is not about how much abuse is “enough,” but about how to safely leave an undesirable and potentially dangerous relationship. Contact Innojustice Lawyers for guidance and assistance in seeking protection.
Disclaimer
This article is intended to provide general information only and does not constitute legal advice. External links (if any) are included to support understanding of the topic. For guidance specific to your situation, please contact us or reach out to a legal support service in Queensland.