Non-Molestation Order

A Non-Molestation Order is in English law a type of injunction that can be taken out by a victim of domestic abuse against their abuser.[1] It is one of two types of injunction available under Part IV of the Family Law Act 1996 the other being an Occupation Order.[2] A Non-Molestation Order is aimed at stopping harassment from a partner or ex-partner and also applies to any children that a victim of abuse may have.[2] A breach of such an order is considered a criminal offence in English law.

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References

  1. ↑ "Non-Molestation Orders | Domestic Violence | Simpson Millar Solicitors". Simpsonmillar.co.uk. 2007-11-27. Retrieved 2015-06-20.
  2. 1 2 "Women's Aid - The Survivor's Handbook - Getting an injunction". Womensaid.org.uk. 2007-07-01. Retrieved 2015-06-20.


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