Category: Domestic assault

Domestic assault

How To Approach Domestic Violence?

Manbir Sodhi Criminal Defence Law

According to the latest Violence Against Women Prevalence Estimates, “1 in 3 women experience domestic violence globally.”

31% of women aged 15-49 years old have experienced sexual or physical violence from their current partner or husband

While 30% have experienced sexual violence from a non-partner.

These staggering numbers show how domestic assault victims need more reliable allies in the courtroom.

If you have experienced domestic assault here are some key things you must take note of. But first,

What Is Domestic Assault?

Domestic violence is a pattern of coercive and controlling behavior in an intimate relationship. It may include physical assault and battery, sexual assault, rape, stalking, and other forms of emotional abuse read more here

Domestic assault

4 Domestic Assault Myths About The Victim’s Role In The Case

Manbir Sodhi Criminal Defence Law

Domestic assault offences are considered very serious assaults because they involve people with an existing relationship. This relationship could include spouses, siblings, parents and children, grandparents and grandchildren, and so on.

It is not uncommon for some people to want to use the legal system and the “threat” of filing a complaint of domestic assault as a means to “get even” after a dispute or argument. As such, several myths have come about due to a failure to understand criminal proceedings and the law.

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