This panel session discusses the proposed criminalisation of coercive control in NSW, in particular; the recently released draft Crimes Legislation Amendment (Coercive Control) Bill 2022. Panellists from across the legal profession and domestic violence support sector also provide an overview of the reasons why there has been a need to criminalise this form of control, whether the draft bill meets this need, and the challenges involved in drafting appropriate legislation. The panel also covers the consultation and drafting process and examines the next steps for practitioners. 

Please note that not all questions asked by the live audience are clearly audible. 

Viewers are advised that various Conference sessions contain graphic details that some may find distressing, including but not limited to references to sexual offences, child pornography and  violence. Please review the program and use your discretion before proceeding. 
 
If you have experienced sexual assault, domestic or family violence and require assistance, please contact 1800RESPECT  (1800 737 732) to speak with a counsellor from the National Sexual Assault and Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service. 

If you are in distress, the Solicitor Outreach Service (1800 592 296) and Lifeline (13 11 14) offer 24/7 counselling support.    

If you are concerned for your safety or that of someone else, please contact the Police or call 000 for emergency assistance.