We want your views on the current legal protections for victim-survivors of forced marriage in NSW.

Forced marriage is when a person gets married without freely and fully consenting. NSW has laws that protect against forced marriage. We are reviewing these laws to see if they are working well.

The Department of Communities and Justice has released a Discussion Paper seeking your feedback about the way the current NSW laws are working to protect against forced marriage and whether other legal protections are needed.

Tell us what you think

To have your say, you can either upload your own submission or complete a submission form.

Alternatively, contact us about other ways to provide feedback, including if you need any accessibility support.

Your feedback will inform a final report that will be provided to the Attorney General.

Submissions close on Monday 11 December 2023.

If you would like to give your views in another way, or have particular accessibility requirements, please email:

• DFVlawpolicy@dcj.nsw.gov.au

We will work with you to find the best way for you to give feedback.

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