Police in Queensland will soon have the power to issue on the spot domestic violence protection orders after new laws passed state parliament yesterday. Queensland Police Minister Dan Purdie says the laws will free police up to respond to more domestic and family violence call-outs.But advocates like the Queensland Council of Social Services say the laws may work against victims.
Guest: Aimee McVeigh, CEO of the Queensland Council of Social Services
[Ed: In more than 30% of cases women are being misidentified as the perpetrator by police! Giving more power to the police in this context is dangerous.]
Source: Police in Queensland to have power to issue ‘on-the-spot’ domestic violence orders – ABC listen
