April 26, 2026

Ep 331: Australia’s Landmark Coercive Control Conviction with Sam Bouffler, Part 2

Show Notes

Laura continues her in-depth analysis of the landmark case Police v Callum Fairleigh with survivor Sam Bouffler, moving beyond the initial conviction to further unpack the patterns, behaviours, and responses that shaped this significant outcome.

Key Analytical Takeaways:
• Escalation and Pattern Recognition: How coercive control intensifies over time and why early identification of the pattern - not individual incidents - is critical.
• Serial Perpetration: there’s always a history and multiple victims.
• The Impact on Victims: Understanding the psychological and emotional toll of sustained coercive control and why victims may not be able to leave safely.
• Prevention and Protection: A national register of abusers is needed to ensure men’s histories of controlling and abusive behaviour are joined up

Episode Resources and Support:If you or someone you know is experiencing coercive control, help is available:

· 1800RESPECT: Call 1800 737 732 for 24/7 support and counseling.

· NSW Domestic Violence Line: 1800 656 463.

· Empower You App: A tool for discreetly documenting abuse and finding support.

This episode contains important, life-changing and life-saving information about coercive control, risk, and recognising patterns of abuse. Listen and share this episode. You could save a life.

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