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AVOs Lawyers in Sydney (Downing Centre)
People in Sydney (Downing Centre) facing a avos charge often wait to get advice. Don't: what happens in the first fortnight shapes the whole matter.
Whether you need an AVO or need to defend one, the terms of the order matter for years. For clients in Sydney (Downing Centre) and across Sydney City, we bring that defence to your local court.
Local Court appeals from across Sydney are heard in the District Court at the Downing Centre. If you are appealing a result, this is often where it is decided. We defend the full range of avos allegations. See our AVOs & Apprehended Violence Orders page for how we approach these charges in detail.
Your first conversation is with a lawyer, never a salesperson, and it is treated in confidence. That is true for every Sydney (Downing Centre) matter. City Group Legal appears at the Downing Centre for clients whose matters are listed in the city, from Local Court hearings to District Court trials and appeals.
What's at stake. An AVO itself is not a criminal conviction, but breaching an AVO is a criminal offence carrying a maximum of 2 years imprisonment and/or a fine. The conditions imposed can significantly affect daily life, which is why they are worth getting right.
Our defence record in this area is set out in full on our case results, including acquittals and charges withdrawn on avos and related matters.
Your enquiry is treated in confidence. If you or a family member has been charged with a avos offence in Sydney (Downing Centre), call us. The earlier we're involved, the more we can do.
AVOs questions in Sydney (Downing Centre)
Is an AVO a criminal charge?
No. An AVO is a civil protective order, so it is not a criminal conviction and does not itself give you a record. But breaching one is a criminal offence, and the conditions can significantly affect your life.
Which court will my avos matter be heard at in Sydney (Downing Centre)?
Depending on the charge and its seriousness, avos matters in Sydney (Downing Centre) are generally dealt with at the Downing Centre Local Court or the Downing Centre District Court. We appear at all of these and will advise you on where your matter will be listed.
The earlier we start, the more we can do.
Whether you’ve been charged, arrested, or are helping a family member, the earliest advice is the most valuable.