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Information sharing in NSW

The Domestic Violence Information Sharing Framework (and Protocol) was developed by the NSW Department of Justice in partnership with government agencies, including the NSW Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ), Legal Aid NSW, the NSW Police Force and NSW Health.

Information sharing under Part 13A of the Crimes Act 2007
The legal implications of information sharing.
Information Sharing Protocol
The protocol provides precise and detailed information about how to share information under Part 13A
How do I assess the level of threat to my client?
A threat assessment if you believe your client is a victim of domestic or family violence.
I assessed my client is at threat of domestic violence
Find what you can do if a client is assessed to be at threat of domestic violence
My client is at a serious threat of domestic violence
Find what to do if a client is assessed to be at a serious threat of domestic violence
Responding to requests for information
Find what to do to seek a client's consent and how much information you should share
Other considerations regarding information sharing
The safety of children is interwoven with that of the adult experiencing domestic violence.
Case examples of information sharing
Case examples of when to share information to other agencies and when to over ride consent.
Last updated:

27 Sep 2024