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Anyone can apply for a protection order on behalf of a family member (such as a child) whom they believe is at risk of family violence. A protection order can say your partner must stay away from you and your children. It can also restrict how your partner communicates with you. | Anyone can apply for a protection order on behalf of a family member (such as a child) whom they believe is at risk of family violence. A protection order can say your partner must stay away from you and your children. It can also restrict how your partner communicates with you. | ||
If your partner breaks this order, they can face criminal charges. For more on protection orders and other ways to stay safe, [[Family Violence | If your partner breaks this order, they can face criminal charges. For more on protection orders and other ways to stay safe, [[Family Violence|see our information on family violence]]. | ||
==Who can help== | ==Who can help== |
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