NSW Ex Mentions Inflicting Violence Against Me on Facebook - Any Recourse?

[MaxSupport]

Ex admitted on Facebook (and to police) to physically abusing me. Our children are her Facebook friends so can read the wide range of commentary. A friend commented on my ex page that I should be hit again.

Any recourse?

 

[Sophea]

Hi MaxSupport,

The statements she is making about you online could potentially be defamatory. Check out this article on defamation and see whether you can make out all the requirements to establish a cause of action: Have You Been Defamed? What You Need to Know About Defamation Law in Australia - Legal Blog - LawAnswers.com.au

She may also be in breach of Facebook terms and conditions of use.

Finally, if you wished to press charges for the physical abuse, perhaps you should take a screen shot of the statements to use it as evidence. They could also be used as an indication of her character in any future family court proceedings or custody disputes.

 

[MichaelMichael]

At least you have evidence. ..be sure to screen shot everything in case it gets deleted