The consequences of a Temporary (Interim) Protection Order / Temporary (Interim) Domestic Violence Order (DVO) / Protection Order / Domestic Violence Order (DVO) being issued against you whether the Application is made by police or personally, can include:

 

• being unable to reside in your usual place of residence (even if your name is on the title or your name is on the lease and you are paying or are required to pay rent);

• your firearms being seized by police;

• loss of your firearms licence;

• loss of employment or opportunity for employment in a number of areas;

• negative impact on Family Law proceedings;

• impact on your relationship with your children;

• restrictions on travel to certain countries;

• deportation from Australia.