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Emergency help or support
This website discusses domestic and family violence and coercive control.
Call Triple Zero (000) and ask for police if you are in a dangerous or life-threatening situation.
If you don't want to speak to the police, you can also call DVConnect on 1800 811 811 or 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week).
Find other support options.
If you are experiencing domestic and family violence (DFV) there are many organisations that can help you navigate the legal system and give advice for your situation.
Here are some organisations that may be able to give legal advice or help about DFV matters.
Legal services
- Legal Aid Queensland
Gives legal help to financially disadvantaged people about criminal, family and civil law matters. - Community Legal Centres in Queensland
Browse the legal centre directory to find an independent, free, community legal service near you. - Caxton Legal Centre
Provides free legal and social work services. - Women’s Legal Service
Provides legal advice and support for women. - Legal information and advice
Find out how to find a solicitor, law firm or barrister. - Legal help for Aboriginal peoples or Torres Strait Islander peoples
Access culturally appropriate legal services, welfare and support, advocacy and community education.
Support if going to court
- Going to court
Find out what to do before you go to court and what happens when you go to court. - Going to court as an applicant
Once your application for a domestic violence order has been filed, you will receive a date for your first appearance at court, which you must attend. Find out more about what will happen on your court date. - Videos on domestic violence court process
Videos explaining the court process for applying or responding to domestic violence orders. - Domestic Violence Court Assistance Service (Brisbane Magistrates Court)
Free and confidential assistance to people who attend the Brisbane Magistrates Court for DFV matters.
Who else can help?
These organisations may be able to help—they don’t give legal advice. Find out more about help and support options.
- Queensland Police Service
For non-urgent enquiries call PoliceLink on 131 444. In an emergency call Triple Zero (000). - DVConnect
Free, professional help such as counselling, intervention, transport, and emergency accommodation for people with DFV. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. - 1800 RESPECT
1800RESPECT is available for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to support people impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence. - Support for victims of crime
Information and support if you or a family member are a victim of crime. - Immigration and citizenship
Learn how you can seek protection from DFV and keep your visa. - Specialist domestic and family violence services
Search a list of specialist services established across Queensland to better support people affected by DFV. - Local support options
Search for local DFV support services in your area.