Key Domestic Abuse Laws
The Domestic Abuse Act
- Overview: This act expands the definition of domestic abuse to include emotional, coercive, and controlling behaviours.
- Key Provisions: Recognition of children as victims; local authorities must provide support.
- Support Available: Access to refuge services and legal advice.
- How it Applies: Applicable to anyone experiencing domestic abuse, including children.
Clare's Law
- Overview: This law allows individuals to request information from the police about a partner’s history of domestic violence.
- Key Provisions: Right to ask for information; proactive disclosures by police.
- Support Available: Guidance from local police and domestic violence support organizations.
- How it Applies: Suitable for individuals in a relationship who want to ensure their safety.
The Serious Crime Act 2015
The Coercive Control Offense
- Overview: Introduces an offense for controlling or coercive behaviour in intimate or familial relationships.
- Key Provisions: Criminalizes patterns of behaviour that control or intimidate a partner.
- Support Available: Help from domestic abuse helplines and legal services.
- How it Applies: Relevant for individuals experiencing manipulation or intimidation.
The Coercive Control Offense
The Family Law Act 1996 (Part IV)
The Coercive Control Offense
- Overview: This offense criminalizes coercive control, addressing psychological aspects of domestic abuse.
- Key Provisions: Criminal offense for controlling or coercive behaviour; no need to prove physical harm.
- Support Available: Guidance from domestic abuse support organizations and law enforcement.
- How it Applies: Relevant for individuals subjected to emotional manipulation.
The Family Law Act 1996 (Part IV)
The Family Law Act 1996 (Part IV)
The Family Law Act 1996 (Part IV)
- Overview: This act provides civil remedies for individuals experiencing domestic abuse, allowing them to seek protective orders.
- Key Provisions: Non-molestation orders and occupation orders for immediate protection.
- Support Available: Legal aid options and support from domestic violence organizations.
- How it Applies: Relevant for individuals needing legal protection from an abuser.
The Children Act 1989 (Amended)
The Family Law Act 1996 (Part IV)
The Family Law Act 1996 (Part IV)
- Overview: Prioritizes the welfare of children in family law proceedings, especially in cases of domestic abuse.
- Key Provisions: Courts must consider the impact of domestic abuse on children during custody decisions.
- Support Available: Children's services and family courts provide guidance and resources.
- How it Applies: Relevant for parents navigating custody issues related to domestic abuse.
Non-Molestation Orders
What is a Non-Molestation Order?
A non-molestation order is a legal protection in the UK that prevents someone from harassing, threatening, or using violence against you, often in situations of domestic abuse. It can stop the individual from contacting you or coming near you, ensuring your safety and peace of mind. To learn more about how to obtain a non-molestation order and its benefits, click below.
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