Changes to domestic violence laws 'don't go far enough'
| Source: | 7.30 Report |
|---|---|
| Published: | Tuesday, March 9, 2010 8:53 AEDT |
| Expires: | Monday, June 7, 2010 8:53 AEDT |
Victoria changed its domestic violence laws in 2008 to make sure that victims of abuse aren't further victimised through the justice system. But domestic violence workers and lawyers say the changes have not gone far enough after a woman seeking police protection, Deanne Bridgland, was herself charged and convicted of conspiring to pervert the course of justice.
Available Formats
Search ABC News
Featured Video
-
Video
Both leaders turn the election campaign's focus to law and order
-
Video
The Opposition Leader unveils a plan to crack down on organised crime and knife violence if elected
-
Video
PM Julia Gillard has promised $12,000 per child, to help pay for early intervention treatment for disabled children.
-
Video
The ABC's national medical reporter Sophie Scott looks at a breakthrough in celiac disease and how robots are now doing heart surgery
The ABC News Online Investigative Unit encourages whistleblowers, and others with access to information they believe should be revealed for the public good, to contact us.
