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Victorian government pledges to introduce DV disclosure scheme if re-elected
The Victorian government has joined the opposition in promising to introduce a domestic violence disclosure scheme if it wins the state election.
Labor today announced it will introduce Clare’s Law if re-elected on November 28, as well as banning smart glasses in more settings. People would be able to ask police if their partner has a history of violence and abuse under the proposed laws, named after the UK scheme introduced after the murder of British woman Clare Wood.
Labor’s announcement also includes promises to ban people convicted of family violence and sexual offences from using dating apps, along with greater investment in frontline support.
The Victorian opposition promised in July to introduce a domestic violence disclosure scheme within 100 days if it wins office, but did not respond to questions regarding the implementation of Clare’s Law at the time.