Breach AVO Lawyers Sydney
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Breach AVO Lawyers Sydney
Breaching an AVO is a criminal offence and not merely a civil matter. The prosecution must prove beyond reasonable doubt that you knew the AVO was in force and that your conduct breached one of its conditions. Repeated breaches can be charged as a more serious offence carrying a significantly higher maximum penalty.
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You Have Been Charged: What Happens Next
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You Have Been Charged
A charge of breaching an AVO results in a Court Attendance Notice listing your matter at the Local Court. The police fact sheet records the alleged conduct and the terms of the AVO said to have been breached. Those materials must be reviewed before any plea is entered. A lawyer can advise on whether the alleged conduct constitutes a breach on the terms of the order.
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Your First Court Appearance
At the first mention, we appear on your behalf, obtain the police fact sheet so that no decisions are made before your position has been properly assessed. We review the terms of the AVO in force, the conditions alleged to have been breached and the prosecution account of the conduct. We advise on what the prosecution must prove, whether any defence is available and what options are open to you. No plea is entered before that assessment is complete.
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We Assess the Prosecution Case
We review the AVO in force, the specific conditions that are the subject of the charge, the prosecution evidence on the alleged conduct and any available witness evidence. We assess whether the conduct alleged actually constituted a breach of the specific condition relied upon, whether you had knowledge of that condition and whether any defence is available. A breach can occur without any violence: contacting the protected person through a third party or attending a restricted address can each constitute a contravention.
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We Advise on the Right Strategy
We advise on the strongest course available based on the terms of the order, the alleged conduct and the evidence. Where a defence exists, we prepare for a contested hearing at which the prosecution must prove each element beyond reasonable doubt. Where a guilty plea is appropriate, we build the sentencing case from this point. In appropriate first-offence matters involving a minor breach, a Section 10 conditional release order without conviction may be available. We assess that prospect at the initial consultation.
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We Represent You at Every Stage
We appear at every mention, adjournment and hearing. At a defended hearing, we cross-examine prosecution witnesses and test every element of the prosecution case including the question of knowledge and whether the conduct alleged actually falls within the terms of the specific condition breached. At sentencing, we place detailed subjective material before the Judge and make detailed submissions on the nature and circumstances of the breach and the appropriate penalty.
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Your Matter Is Finalised
Your matter is resolved by hearing, plea or withdrawal. In appropriate first-offence matters involving a minor breach, a Section 10 conditional release order without conviction is available. The AVO itself remains in force regardless of the outcome of the criminal contravention charge. If you wish to have the conditions of the order varied or the order revoked, a separate application must be made. We advise on all available options at the appropriate stage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a free initial consultation available?
Yes. You speak directly with a criminal defence lawyer about the specific contravention charge, the terms of the AVO that are alleged to have been breached, what the prosecution must prove and the available options before any decision is made about the conduct of the matter. Call 1300 274 652 to speak with a lawyer now.
What happens if I call now?
You will speak directly with a criminal defence lawyer. Your situation is assessed based on the terms of the AVO in force, the conduct alleged and the evidence. You will be told where you stand, whether the alleged conduct actually constitutes a breach of the specific condition relied upon and what options are available to you before your first court date.
What does the prosecution need to prove?
To establish a contravention of an apprehended violence order, the prosecution must prove that the order was in force, that you had knowledge of its specific terms and that your conduct breached one of its conditions. Any genuine uncertainty about the scope of a condition or your knowledge of the order at the time of the alleged conduct is relevant to whether the prosecution can discharge that burden.
Can I avoid a conviction for a breach AVO charge?
In appropriate first-offence matters involving a minor breach that did not involve violence, a Section 10 conditional release order without conviction may be available. The Judge considers the nature and circumstances of the breach, your prior history and your personal circumstances. A well-prepared sentencing case addressing the minor nature of the breach and your good character can make a material difference to the outcome.
Does the AVO stay in force after the charge?
Yes. The apprehended violence order remains in force throughout the contravention proceedings and continues in full force and effect regardless of the outcome of the criminal charge. If you wish to vary or revoke the conditions of the order, a separate application must be made to the court that issued the order and is determined on its own merits independently of the contravention proceedings.
How much will this cost?
Fixed fee options are available for AVO contravention matters in the Local Court and fees are confirmed before any work begins. Your lawyer provides a clear and detailed fee estimate at the initial consultation based on the nature of the charge and the scope of the proceedings. You will know the full cost before proceeding and no additional charges arise without your prior agreement.
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