A package of domestic violence reforms passed in the Queensland state parliament will strengthen protection for victims.
The changes will expand the definition of domestic and family abuse to include a "pattern of behavior" and will strengthen the offense of stalking.
The amendments also strengthen the court's ability to consider previous domestic violence or criminal history and to award costs to avoid further abuse to victims.
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