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New South Wales is seeing a dramatic surge in domestic violence charges — not because assaults are up, but because police are charging more frequently, with the rate jumping from 67% to 73% over two years. Driven by new tech that catches intimidation over the phone and a more aggressive policing approach, officials hail it as progress toward safety — but experts warn victims may face re-victimization. Meanwhile, charges for driving while disqualified and drug possession are also climbing, largely due to better detection, not more crime — and court caseloads for adults have soared 11.6% in just two years, far outpacing normal growth.

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