But Jo Cooper, domestic violence survivor and advocate, told 7NEWS.com.au that AVOs are not enough to protect alleged victims from domestic violence. Credit: NSW Police“I’ve been advocating ever since, I work with victim survivors and I just don’t believe anything has changed to a standard that we’re saving lives. Both men had been released on bail for domestic violence related offences and had AVOs taken out against them at the time of the offending. “Primary responsibility for family violence, criminal matters and bail laws rests with the states and territories, with each managing their own law enforcement and justice systems. Advice and counselling for men concerned about their use of family violence: Men’s Referral Service, 1300 766 491.