Restore Fairness in Family Court—End False Accusations

Recent signers:
Zoe Pilcher and 9 others have signed recently.

The issue

The family court system is meant to protect children and ensure fair outcomes for parents. But right now, too many innocent parents—especially fathers—are being unfairly punished because there are no real consequences for those who lie in hearings. False accusations can destroy lives, tearing families apart and leaving loving parents without access to their children.

Imagine being wrongfully accused, your reputation shattered, your relationship with your child taken away—all because someone chose to lie, knowing there would be no consequences. This isn’t just unfair—it’s devastating. Yet, in our current system, those who make false claims face no accountability, while the innocent suffer deeply.

Without perjury penalties, lies will continue to shape family court decisions, harming children and parents alike. The system must be built on truth, not manipulation. Every child deserves to know both parents, and every parent deserves a fair hearing—one where honesty matters.

With the federal election approaching, now is the time to demand change. We have a rare opportunity to restore fairness in the family court system and ensure that truth prevails over deceit. No parent should lose their child because of a lie.

Please, stand with us. Sign and share this petition to help bring justice, accountability, and real change to family courts. Together, we can make sure that every parent and child gets the fairness they deserve.

 

 

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Recent signers:
Zoe Pilcher and 9 others have signed recently.

The issue

The family court system is meant to protect children and ensure fair outcomes for parents. But right now, too many innocent parents—especially fathers—are being unfairly punished because there are no real consequences for those who lie in hearings. False accusations can destroy lives, tearing families apart and leaving loving parents without access to their children.

Imagine being wrongfully accused, your reputation shattered, your relationship with your child taken away—all because someone chose to lie, knowing there would be no consequences. This isn’t just unfair—it’s devastating. Yet, in our current system, those who make false claims face no accountability, while the innocent suffer deeply.

Without perjury penalties, lies will continue to shape family court decisions, harming children and parents alike. The system must be built on truth, not manipulation. Every child deserves to know both parents, and every parent deserves a fair hearing—one where honesty matters.

With the federal election approaching, now is the time to demand change. We have a rare opportunity to restore fairness in the family court system and ensure that truth prevails over deceit. No parent should lose their child because of a lie.

Please, stand with us. Sign and share this petition to help bring justice, accountability, and real change to family courts. Together, we can make sure that every parent and child gets the fairness they deserve.

 

 

The Decision Makers

Mark Dreyfus
Attorney General and Cabinet Secretary
Michaelia Cash
Michaelia Cash
Shadow Attorney- General

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