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Family preservation order

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Family preservation order

This fact sheet explains what happens when a family preservation order has been issued by the Magistrate at the Children's Court because the safety and wellbeing of the children are at risk.
Organisation:
Topic:
Target audience:
General
Service area:
VIC
Published:
November 2019
Last reviewed:
June 2026