New Orders Target Dating Profiles of Serious Domestic Violence Offenders
New orders in Australia are targeting the online dating profiles of individuals with serious domestic violence convictions or charges. These measures aim to enhance safety and prevent further harm to potential partners.
Who is Affected?
The orders apply to two main groups:
- Offenders convicted of two or more domestic violence offences that carry maximum jail terms of at least seven years.
- People who have been charged with a serious domestic violence offence against a relative or a current or former intimate partner, regardless of whether they are acquitted.
Impact and Purpose
The primary goal of these orders is to put potential victims in a more informed position to allow them to make educated decisions regarding dating. Police will be actively monitoring dating apps to identify offenders.
