In August 2016, TC Beirne School of Law and
the Australasian Institute of Judicial Administration released (http://www.lawyersweekly.com.au/wig-chamber/19479-judges-draw-on-new-guide-for-family-and-domestic-violence) the initial version of their ‘bench book’ for Courts across Australia dealing
with family violence. A bench book is a guide to Judges and Magistrates to
assist them in applying risk assessment systems, case law, and making
suggestions in coming to decisions.
It is a difficult task for lawyer, judges
and people caught in the...
