Queensland MPs vote on controversial plan to give police power to issue on-the-spot domestic violence orders

Victims are frequently misidentified as perpetrators, experts warn, with men using legal system to control partnersFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastQueensland’s parliament is poised to pass controversial legislation permitting police to issue on-the-spot domestic violence orders on Thursday, which opponents say will prioritise “police efficiencies over the safety and wellbeing of victim-survivors”.The domestic and family violence protection and other legislation amendment bill 2025 will grant police the power to issue “police protection directives”, with conditions similar to other domestic violence protection orders. Continue reading...

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