27Final orders—length

27 Final orders—length (1) A final order remains in force for— (a) 12 months, regardless of whether it is stated in the order; or (b) if a shorter period is stated in the order—the period stated; or

Conditions of protection orders Division 3.6 (c) if the Magistrates Court is satisfied that there are special or exceptional circumstances that justify a longer period—the stated longer period. Note The Magistrates Court must, on application, extend a final order unless satisfied the order is no longer necessary to protect the protected person from personal violence by the respondent (see s 80). (2) However, a final order made as a consent order must not be longer than 12 months.