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Sexual Harm Prevention Orders 

Last updated Mar 28 2024 | Criminal Law

by Rojin Tasman

by Rojin Tasman

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Sexual Harm Prevention Order sentencing guidelines

Sexual Harm Prevention Orders often go hand-in-hand with a sexual offence conviction and so your overall sentence depends on the seriousness of your crime.

The order itself will align with your overall charge and either be in place for 5 years or indefinitely (also known as ‘Until Further Order’).

If the court still deems you as a risk to the public at the end of your order, they can extend it further.

Sometimes a Sexual Harm Prevention Order activates upon your release from custody. So even if you finish your sentence, it doesn’t mean the order no longer applies.

Sexual Harm Prevention Order conditions

The basis of the order and what it prohibits you from doing will be entirely tailored to your offence and what risk you pose to the public.

Common restrictions include:

  • Internet limits or bans
  • Curfews
  • No visiting places where children gather e.g. schools and playgrounds
  • No contacting specific people
  • Travelling

Whatever the order contains it must be necessary to protect the public.

Sexual Harm Prevention Order register

There is no separate Sexual Harm Prevention Order register. When you have an order, the police add your name to the Sexual Offenders Register in which you have to follow the notification requirements.

Details of your Sexual Harm Prevention Order will also be on your criminal record and in the police database.

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