Complainant in domestic violence
The person who applies for protection or reports domestic violence under the domestic-violence protection framework.
Definition
A complainant in domestic violence may need to describe the domestic relationship, incidents, urgency, safety concerns, children or vulnerable people affected, requested protection terms, police involvement, medical or counselling records, messages, witnesses, and any breach history. The role is separate from the respondent, who is the person against whom protection is sought.
Key takeaways
The person who applies for protection or reports domestic violence under the domestic-violence protection framework.
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Protection order application
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Urgent safety concern
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What does Complainant in domestic violence mean?
The person who applies for protection or reports domestic violence under the domestic-violence protection framework.
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