Family violence charges don’t automatically mean lost custody. The court cares about one factor !

In Australia, a domestic violence abuser does not necessarily lose custody of their children after a divorce.According to Australian law, the court will consider the best interests of the child when making a custody decision.

Domestic violence, such as a husband abusing his wife or children, is never in the best interests of a child. If the judge believes that the child is at great risk of further domestic violence, they may award sole custody to the mother.

However, if the domestic violence was a one-time or isolated incident, the judge may award joint custody to the parents, and require them to meet in public places to reduce the risk of further violence.

Therefore, even if a divorce is the result of domestic violence, it is possible for the parents to share custody of their children.

If you have any legal questions regarding child custody, please contact us immediately. Our Family Lawyers will answer your legal questions and provide you with professional strategies to safeguard your rights.