Domestic Abuse in Family Proceedings 2025 – Quiz

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, which of the following is now included in the statutory definition of domestic abuse?

  • A.
    Harassment only
  • B.
    Parental alienation only
  • C.
    Economic abuse
  • D.
    Emotional abuse only
• 2.
  Which Practice Direction sets out the court’s duties when allegations of domestic abuse arise in Children Act proceedings?

  • A.
    PD16A
  • B.
    PD12J
  • C.
    PD27A
  • D.
    PD4C
• 3.
  According to Re H-N (2021), when should a fact-finding hearing be directed?

  • A.
    In every case involving allegations of domestic abuse
  • B.
    Whenever the allegations concern more than one incident
  • C.
    Only when necessary to resolve issues relevant to welfare decisions
  • D.
    When either party requests one
• 4.
  What is the primary focus of the court when assessing coercive or controlling behaviour?

  • A.
    Patterns and cumulative impact of the behaviour
  • B.
    The seriousness of isolated incidents
  • C.
    Whether the behaviour was criminal
  • D.
    Whether the victim reported the behaviour contemporaneously
• 5.
  Under FPR Part 3A and PD3AA, a party who is a victim of domestic abuse is presumed to be:

  • A.
    A vulnerable party
  • B.
    A protected witness only if police evidence exists
  • C.
    Eligible for an intermediary automatically
  • D.
    Ineligible for screens unless they request them
• 6.
  Which of the following is NOT a special measure available to support vulnerable witnesses in the Family Court?

  • A.
    Screens in the courtroom
  • B.
    Giving evidence by video link
  • C.
    Ground rules hearings
  • D.
    Cross-examination directly by the alleged perpetrator
• 7.
  When considering interim child contact in cases involving allegations of domestic abuse, PD12J requires the court to:

  • A.
    Order contact unless the child refuses
  • B.
    Ensure contact is safe and does not expose the child or parent to further harm
  • C.
    Always order supervised contact
  • D.
    Suspend contact automatically
• 8.
  Which of the following statements about Non-Molestation Orders (NMOs) is correct?

  • A.
    Breach of an NMO is a civil contempt only
  • B.
    An NMO can only be granted after a full hearing
  • C.
    Breach of an NMO is a criminal offence
  • D.
    An NMO cannot be made without notice
• 9.
  The balance of harm test under s.33 FLA 1996 is relevant to which type of order?

  • A.
    Special guardianship orders
  • B.
    Occupation orders
  • C.
    Prohibited steps orders
  • D.
    Child arrangements orders
• 10.
  Which of the following is considered best practice for trauma-informed legal work?

  • A.
    Pressing the client to recall events chronologically without breaks
  • B.
    Avoiding emotional language
  • C.
    Treating all inconsistencies as credibility issues
  • D.
    Allowing breaks, moderating tone, and acknowledging trauma impact

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  0–5 correct answers — Not Yet Competent (Retake Required)

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