About Centacare’s court support programs

If you have experienced domestic and family violence and are either wanting to apply for a protection order or are appearing in court for a domestic and family violence mention Centacare can help you through this process.  It can be a daunting time however, our teams have established relationships within the courts and experience to help guide you through this process.

Centacare can:

• help to complete an application for a Domestic Violence Protection Order or make changes to an existing order (variation)
• explain your and the other person’s options, and the consequences of different options
• explain the court process
• talk to the police prosecutor and court staff on your behalf
• provide you with support and information in court and throughout the court process
• help you with safety planning
• refer you to relevant legal and community services appropriate for your situation
• and provide you with crisis and emotional support through the process.

 

Locations

• Beenleigh Magistrates Court
• Maroochydore Magistrates Court
• Caloundra Magistrates Court
• Nambour Magistrates Court
• Noosa Magistrates Court
• Gympie Magistrates Court