Domestic abuse can take many forms and does not discriminate between class, race, age, disability, sexual orientation or education. It can also take many forms including physical, verbal, emotional and financial control.

Physical violence is a criminal offence. However, police intervention can often be inappropriate and/or inadequate. Therefore a civil injunction may be necessary.

A non-molestation order against an associated person can be applied for to prohibit further violence and domestic abuse. Orders can also be made requiring the perpetrator to vacate the family home. These orders are called occupation orders, and both types of injunction can be applied for to protect adults and children.

These orders can be made on an emergency basis.