Domestic Violence (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2024

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• Amends the 2018 Domestic Violence Act to restrict who can be present during court proceedings in domestic violence cases.
• Aims to protect privacy and safety of domestic violence victims by limiting courtroom access during these sensitive hearings.
• Currently in Committee Stage; specific restrictions being debated but not yet finalized in law.

Stage timeline

1. First Stage 26th Seanad

   23 May 2024
2. Second Stage 26th Seanad

   26 Jun 2024
3. Committee Stage 26th Seanad

   4 Mar 2025