This report begins with the recognition that a multi-disciplinary response is necessary in order to respond properly to the issue of domestic abuse; however, this paper deals with the legal facet of this response. Further, the report specifically addresses civil protection orders. Regarding these orders, this report considers:

• what kind of conduct will be covered by these orders;
• what will be the scope of any potential legislation;
• what sort of relief should be provided by any potential legislation; and
• who would have jurisdiction to provide this relief?