Apprehended Violence Orders

Question 1

Types of AVOs

HINT: 4 of them.

Answer 1

1. Provisional AVO
2. Interim AVO
3. Non-Urgent AVO
4. Final AVO

Question 2

What is a Provisional AVO?

Answer 2

The Police apply for this AVO if they have immediate fears for the safety of the PINOP.

• Remains in force until revoked, withdrawn, dismissed
• AVO granted by a senior PO Sgt. or above, or the central justice panel
• AVO in effect from the moment it is served to the defendant.

Question 3

What is an Interim AVO?

Answer 3

An order made by the court based on the commission of certain offences.

• In force until revoked or a Final AVO has been made
• It can be an extension to a Provisional AVO

Question 4

What is a Non-Urgent AVO?

Answer 4

Not an order but an application to seek an order. Usually applied for when a Provisional has been denied or there are no immedate concerns for the victim.

Question 5

What is a Final AVO?

Answer 5

A Court made order in force for a specified time to ensure the safety and protection of the PINOP.

If the court doesn’t specify a time then it is effect for 2 years.