124CInformation sharing principles

124C Information sharing principles (1) The principles set out in this section should be used for guidance in relation to the collection, use or disclosure of information that is authorised or required to be collected, used or disclosed under this Chapter. (2) An information sharing entity should obtain the consent of a person who fears or experiences domestic violence before sharing information about the person unless it is not safe, possible or practical to do so. (3) However, the safety, protection and wellbeing of a person who fears or experiences domestic violence are paramount. (4) In disclosing information about a person, an information sharing entity should consider whether disclosing the information is likely to adversely affect the safety of the person or another person. (5) An information sharing entity should only collect, use or disclose information to the extent that it is necessary to assess and manage risk to a person's safety because of domestic violence. (6) An information sharing entity that collects, uses or discloses the information of an Aboriginal person should do so in a manner that: (a) promotes cultural safety; and (b) is culturally sensitive; and (c) considers the person's familial and community connections.

Domestic and Family Violence Act 2007 111 (7) An information sharing entity should have regard to a person's: (a) cultural, sexual and gender identity; and (b) religious faith (if any). (8) These principles are not intended to: (a) create in any person any legal right or give rise to any civil cause of action; or (b) affect in any way the interpretation of any Act or other law in force in the Territory.