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Family Court orders no contact after father’s ‘uninhibited, dysregulated’ and abusive behaviour
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Family Court orders no contact after father’s ‘uninhibited, dysregulated’ and abusive behaviour

From NZ Herald · () English

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News Named sources Outcome reported
  • A New Zealand Family Court judge ordered no contact between a father and his children due to his "uninhibited, dysregulated, and at times, frankly abusive" behavior.
  • The ruling followed years of volatile conduct, false allegations, and intimidation by the father.
  • During court proceedings, the father's presence outside the courtroom caused significant distress to the mother.

A New Zealand Family Court judge has issued a strict no-contact order against a father, citing his "uninhibited, dysregulated, and at times, frankly abusive" behavior towards his children.

The decision comes after a prolonged period of volatile conduct, characterized by false allegations and intimidation tactics employed by the father. The court's intervention was deemed necessary to protect the well-being of the children.

During one court hearing, the father's actions caused extreme distress to the mother. He stood outside the courtroom, staring at her through a window, prompting her to curl into a foetal position and attempt to distance herself from his sight.

The judge's ruling underscores the severity of the father's behavior and its impact on the family, prioritizing the safety and emotional security of the children involved.

uninhibited, dysregulated, and at times, frankly abusive

— JudgeThe judge's description of the father's conduct leading to the no-contact order.
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