Non-Molestation Order Check (UK)

What is this?

A non-molestation-order review usually looks at the relationship between the parties, the incidents relied on, any without-notice or urgent application material, the witness statement and exhibits, and the terms of any existing or proposed order. The documents need to show why protective wording is sought and how the factual chronology supports that request.

Relevant law often includes the Family Law Act 1996, family-procedure rules, linked police or safeguarding records where present, and the factual chronology of alleged molestation or abuse.

Key legal requirements

• the parties, relationship basis, incidents, and dates should be recorded consistently across the application and statement
• exhibits, police or medical material, and any prior orders should support the protective terms sought
• without-notice, service, return-hearing, and order-duration points should align with the urgency and evidence position
• linked occupation-order, child, housing, or criminal papers should be kept distinct so the non-molestation route remains clear

Why this matters

Non-molestation applications are often urgent and fact-sensitive, so a weak incident chronology or unclear order wording can materially affect the protection available.

Next step with VetroCheck

Use the Domestic abuse injunction agent if you want a structured review of the non-molestation application, statement evidence, and order terms.

Compliance note

This glossary content is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute formal legal advice, does not create a solicitor-client relationship, and should be checked against current legislation, official guidance, and the facts of the specific case.