This is a neat read: http://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/rp-pr/c.../bpfv-pevf.pdf
Furthermore, cases that involve allegations of family violence commonly involve more than one court. There may be parallel criminal, family law and child protection proceedings. The family (including the complainant, the accused and any children) may have contact with numerous agencies, including the police, the Crown, victim support services, health services, and child protection agencies.
Each different court and agency has its own priorities processes, procedures and schedules. The manner in which information is shared (or not shared) among the various stakeholders can have a substantial impact on all parties involved. A lack of coordination may result in confusion, inconsistent court orders and have implications for the safety of family members.
The purpose of this report is to explore "best practices" relating to cases making their way through the criminal justice system where there are parallel family court and child protection proceedings. The intent is to identify practices, which from the criminal law perspective, best promote the safety of family members while also ensuring a fair process for the accused.
Furthermore, cases that involve allegations of family violence commonly involve more than one court. There may be parallel criminal, family law and child protection proceedings. The family (including the complainant, the accused and any children) may have contact with numerous agencies, including the police, the Crown, victim support services, health services, and child protection agencies.
Each different court and agency has its own priorities processes, procedures and schedules. The manner in which information is shared (or not shared) among the various stakeholders can have a substantial impact on all parties involved. A lack of coordination may result in confusion, inconsistent court orders and have implications for the safety of family members.
The purpose of this report is to explore "best practices" relating to cases making their way through the criminal justice system where there are parallel family court and child protection proceedings. The intent is to identify practices, which from the criminal law perspective, best promote the safety of family members while also ensuring a fair process for the accused.
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