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When an intervention order ends

An intervention order is for a period of time that is stated on the order. Interim orders usually last (or are extended) until a magistrate can make a final decision. It is up to the magistrate to decide when a final order ends.

If there is no date specified on the order, it only ends if the order is revoked (cancelled) by a magistrate or set aside on appeal.

The court or the police will not tell you that the order is about to end, so you need to be aware of this date yourself.

A protected person can apply for another order if they still fear for their safety. It’s best to apply three to four weeks before the order finishes so that there is enough time to go through the process of applying again. See ‘Applying for an intervention order’ (link below).

The respondent will be notified if the protected person applies for a new intervention order. See ‘If an application has been made against you’ (link below).

More information

Applying for an intervention order

If an application has been made against you

Related publications

Family violence intervention order publications

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