Question 1

What does the Domestic Violence (No-contact order) (Amendment) Bill 2019 do?

Accepted Answer

Adds no-contact orders to the Domestic Violence Act 2018, prohibiting communication (including electronic) where harassment (conduct causing alarm/distress on 2+ occasions) is found. Allows Tusla to apply for no-contact orders on behalf of people; applies same penalties (12 months jail, Class B fine) and Garda arrest powers as existing domestic violence orders. Restricts cross-examination of applicants, requires courts to give reasons for decisions, allows variation/renewal of orders, and restricts reporting and court attendance at proceedings.

Question 2

What stage is the Domestic Violence (No-contact order) (Amendment) Bill 2019 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 13 Feb 2020, the Domestic Violence (No-contact order) (Amendment) Bill 2019 is at First Stage in 32nd Dáil. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Domestic Violence (No-contact order) (Amendment) Bill 2019?

Accepted Answer

The Domestic Violence (No-contact order) (Amendment) Bill 2019 was sponsored by Ruth Coppinger, and was introduced on 14 May 2019.

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