b'CAN FAMILY VIOLENCE INTERVENTION ORDERSBE CHANGED? Family violence intervention orders are usually implemented for a period of 12 months, however, it is at the discretion of the presiding Magistrate. You can apply for an Application to Vary/Revoke theorderatanytime.Whilstmattersinyour relationship may have improved, you will need to provide evidence as to why it is necessary for the order to change or that it does not need to be in place at all. Whilst it is not impossible, itisachallengingexercisewithoutsufficient evidence. The court has an obligation to ensure your safety and the safety of any children.Please contact us to arrange a consultation with one of our family lawyers to assist you in making this application.WHAT IF THERE IS A FAMILY VIOLENCE INTERVENTIONORDER AGAINST ME? Contact us to arrange a consultation with one of our family lawyers.Ifaninterventionorderhasbeenmade against you: Abide by the order, even if you do not agreewith it. Read it carefully. For example, youmay be able to stay at home, but cannot commit family violence;Attend your court date. An order can bemade even if you do not go;Obtain support from family, friends or asupport service.'