Question on Notice regarding the release on bail of an alleged perpetrator of family and domestic violence and the role of Corrective Services in the decision-making process. The answer declines to comment.

AnsweredQoN 946Legislative Council
Asked
20 November 2025
Portfolio
Corrective Services

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I refer to the case reported in Katanning where family and domestic violence survivor Kelly North was given 48 hours notice that her alleged perpetrator had applied for bail, and I ask: (a) were Corrective Services consulted prior to the accused being released; (b) did the Department identify any barriers to electronic monitoring; (c) were alternate measures such as daily reporting, curfew, and exclusion zones recommended; and (d) what was the Department's risk rating for the individual?

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Answered
24 February 2026
Responded by
Minister for the Environment representing the Minister for Corrective Services
Response time
8 days
It is not appropriate for the Department of Justice to comment on ongoing matters before the courts or the details of individual cases.

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