Why serious family violence abusers will soon need to declare new partners

Family violence offenders must disclose new relationships under draft laws

Under proposed changes to Tasmania's family violence act, serial domestic violence perpetrators must tell police if they start a new relationship or join a dating site. Women's advocates say behavioural programs are critical for change.

Why serious family violence abusers will soon need to declare new partners

Tasmania to introduce new laws targeting over 400 serial domestic violence offenders. Understand how a public register will mandate relationship disclosure.