Information on dog control, registration, seizure and destruction of dogs, dangerous dogs, dog owners' responsibilities, barking, dog droppings, damage caused by dogs, links to various local councils.
Fact sheet – Following a Will after someone has died
Information on Probate, intestacy, Letters of Administration, distribution of estate, order of distribution, duties of executors and administrators, links to Supreme Court (Probate Division) and The Public Trustee.
Fact sheet – Family violence
Overview of Family Violence Act 2004, including family violence orders, police family violence orders, police powers of arrest and detention, factors affecting bail and sentencing.
Fact sheet – Forensic procedures
Discusses the Forensic Procedures Act 2000, including what a forensic procedure is and the circumstances for carrying out forensic procedures, how forensic procedures are carried out, when the use of force is permitted, the circumstances when a magistrates order is required and consequences for refusing or obstructing a forensic procedures. Provides links to the Act and Tasmania Police.
Fact sheet – Going to the magistrates court
Includes bail, court procedure when appearing in court, adjournments, pleas of guilty and not guilty, link to Magistrates Court.
Fact sheet – Motor vehicle accidents – personal injuries
Information on MAIB, scheduled benefits, making a claim, payment of claims, unidentified drivers or vehicles, common law damages for negligence.
Fact sheet – Motor vehicle accidents – property damage
Information on what to do after an accident, liability and types of insurance; obtaining quotes, letters of demand and link to the Magistrates Court.
Fact sheet – Dividing property and finances after separation
Property settlements, what is considered property, contributions made by each party, consent orders, applications to Family Court, child support and spousal maintenance, link to Family Court.
Fact sheet – Registering a personal relationship
Information on Relationships Act 2003, registering a personal relationship in Tasmania, requirements for registration, the effect of a deed of relationship, revocation of deed of relationship, link to Births, Deaths and Marriages.