INFORMATION

Proposed Class Action vs State of NSW (NSW Police)

Overview

Proceedings are currently before the District Court of New South Wales against the State of NSW (NSW Police Force).

The matter concerns alleged systemic issues involving:

  • Misuse or overreach of Apprehended Violence Orders

  • Initiation or maintenance of proceedings without reasonable and probable cause

  • Failure to investigate counter-allegations

  • Police actions intersecting with Family Court proceedings

  • Procedural delays causing ongoing harm

The representative applicant intends to seek:

  • Conversion to a representative (class) proceeding

  • Transfer to the Supreme Court of New South Wales

These applications remain subject to judicial determination.

Legal Basis

The proposed claims may include:

  • Malicious Prosecution

  • Misfeasance in Public Office

  • Negligence / Breach of Duty

  • Systemic Failure to Investigate

This action does not allege that all AVOs or police actions are improper. It examines patterns and systemic conduct.

Important Risks

Participation involves risk. There is:

  • No guarantee the action will be certified

  • No guarantee of success

  • Potential legal consequences if the matter fails

You are encouraged to seek independent legal advice.

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