An insightful article on news.com.au. Many men have told me of complaining to the police about their partner’s domestic violence only to find the Domestic Violence Order is placed on them and not their partner.
There is a systemic bias, particularly at the prosecution stage, against male victims of, or alleged perpetrators of domestic violence.
The AVO (DVO in Queensland) sought by police to protect Leaguie, Greg Bird’s girlfriend has remained in place despite her pleas to be reunited with Greg (article).
Police are well aware of the domestic violence cycle. Violence - guilt - contrition - “honeymoon” make up - violence. Police often try to intervene in this cycle by insisting on the continuation of a protection order. Many violent relationships are built on significant power imbalances and it can be easy for the vulnerable victim to be seduced back. Police also need to be politically savvy and ensure they have taken no steps which could result in further violence.
This is all laudable, but where does this put Greg Bird and his girlfriend? How far should the State intervene in a private relationship?
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