How Does Someone Get Charged With Coercive Control? Coercive Control Laws Explained
Many people call a lawyer asking the same thing: “They control my money, my phone, and who I see. Can I have them charged today?” The honest answer depends on timing, and it surprises most people. Coercive control laws are changing. A standalone offence has been passed in Victoria, Australia, but it is scheduled to […]
Victoria’s Stability Act 2026: What It Means for Family Reunification Orders
Victoria’s Stability Act 2026 gives the Children’s Court power to extend a family reunification order beyond the previous 24-month cap, in blocks of up to 12 months, where doing so serves the child’s best interests. It doesn’t guarantee an extension; the Court still weighs parental engagement, past orders, and any circumstances that delayed progress. If […]