In some domestic abuse situations, you may be able to apply for a civil injunction or protection order to help protect you and your family.
Non-Molestation Orders
A Non-Molestation Order is a court order designed to protect you and any children from abuse, threats, harassment, intimidation or unwanted contact.
A Non-Molestation Order may prevent someone from:
Breaching a Non-Molestation Order is a criminal offence and can result in arrest.
Occupation Orders
An Occupation Order is a court order that regulates who can live in a property.
Depending on your circumstances, it may:
An Occupation Order may be considered when it is unsafe for people to continue living together.
🛟 Who can help with legal protective orders?
The National Centre for Domestic Violence (NCDV) can help with getting an injunction.
📞 Call: 0800 970 2070
📱Text: NCDV to 60777
🌐 Visit the NCDV website
COMPASS – a partnership of domestic abuse services in Essex
COMPASS can put you in touch with community based domestic abuse services in the area who can support you and offer advice.
📞 Phone: 0330 333 7444
🌐 Web: www.essexcompass.org.uk
✉️ Email: enquiries@essexcompass.org.uk
Clare's Law
Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme
Clare's Law gives people the right to ask the police whether a current or former partner has a history of violence or abusive behaviour.
Anyone can apply for a disclosure using Clare’s Law – so if you are worried about your own relationship, or someone else’s, you can make are quest for information to find out if there is a risk of abuse.
For further information, or to make a Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme application, contact Essex Police
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