Victims of Sexual Violence Civil Protection Orders Bill 2025

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• Allows victims of sexual violence to seek civil protection orders through courts without requiring criminal proceedings.
• Gives judges authority to issue orders restricting contact, movement, or other conduct by the respondent to protect victims.
• Complements existing criminal law by providing a civil remedy route specifically for sexual violence victims.

Stage timeline

1. First Stage 34th Dáil

   26 Jun 2025
2. Second Stage 34th Dáil

   25 Nov 2025