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Living free from violence: upholding the right.

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PDFLiving free from violence: upholding the right.

25 January 2010Victoria Police strategy to reduce violence against women and children 2009-2014 demonstrates a public commitment by the police to improve their response to victims of family violence, sexual assault and child abuse. This includes a more effective response to perpetrators with decisive action and best practice investigative techniques that will ensure improved outcomes at court for victims.

Publication typeReport
Publisher TypeGovernment or Gov agency
CoverageAustralia, Victoria
Permanent URLhttp://apo.org.au/node/20226

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