Last week, a 55-year-old man was charged with the murder of his 85-year-old mother in Tasmania.

However, the case will not be considered a family violence incident under the state’s law because of its narrow definition of ‘family violence’

It raises questions about the legal definition of ‘family violence’ and how it limits the services and support victims can access.

If this story brings any concern, call 1 800 RESPECT. That’s 1800 737 732

Last week, a 55-year-old man was charged with the murder of his 85-year-old mother in Tasmania. However, the case will not be considered a family violence incident under the state&rsquo;s law because of its narrow definition of &lsquo;family violence&rsquo; It raises questions about the legal definition of &lsquo;family violence&rsquo; and how it limits the services and support victims can access. If this story brings any concern, call 1 800 RESPECT. That&rsquo;s 1800 737 732