Greens criticize 2,222 violations of restraining orders in Austria

Lack of mandatory checks and uniform standards

The lack of a uniform nationwide procedure is at the center of the criticism. Unlike classic entry bans, restraining orders are not subject to mandatory police checks. "This is a dangerous gap," warned Disoski. Austria still lacks a uniform scientific instrument for risk assessment in domestic violence: "It is particularly shocking that Austria still lacks a nationwide uniform scientific instrument for risk assessment in domestic violence."

Meri Disoski therefore calls for the rapid introduction of electronic ankle monitors for high-risk offenders and mandatory follow-up checks for restraining orders, as are already provided for entry bans. "Anyone who wants to effectively protect women cannot be satisfied with half-measures," Disoski said in a press release to the APA.

Demand for ankle monitors and more checks

Gerhard Karner had provided the data as part of a parliamentary inquiry. It shows that electronic monitoring of high-risk offenders is still pending. The Greens view the now published figures as confirmation of their years-long demand for a consistent expansion of violence protection.

Disoski renewed her criticism of the status quo and described the situation as no longer up-to-date: "This is no longer up-to-date and must urgently change." The opposition insists on a uniform practice in all nine federal states and on mandatory standards so that protective measures actually take effect.

Broader context: Femicides in Austria

The debate falls into a period when the number of femicides in Austria has stagnated at a high level for years. Experts point out that consistent checks and standardized risk management are among the most effective instruments for preventing fatal violence in partnerships, according to international studies.

The Greens announced that they will continue to address the issue in parliament and introduce concrete legislative initiatives. Disoski appealed to the federal government to finally close the gap between theory and practice. The pressure to act, the party stated, has increased further with the new statistics.