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Domestic Abuse statistics for 2002 published

Wednesday, November 26, 2003

Press Releases

"Domestic abuse statistics 2002: Figures released today show a small increase in the number of incidents of domestic abuse recorded by the police in 2002. . .” Scot. Exec.

"Commitment to domestic abuse agenda: Domestic abuse is an unacceptable reality for too many women so it is vital that we continue to raise awareness of the problem and take seriously the experiences of victims, Deputy Justice Minister Hugh Henry and Deputy Communities Minister Mary Mulligan said today. . .” Scot.  Exec.

Statistics

Statistical Bulletin Criminal Justice Series - CrJ/2003/8: Domestic Abuse Recorded by the Police in Scotland, I January - 31 December 2002

Research

An Evaluation of The Protection From Abuse (Scotland) Act 2001. Full report | Research Findings

[. . .] “The petition proceedings available under the PFA Act if no prosecution is to take place, are useful, but the absence of criminal sanctions may undermine the seriousness of breaching a civil protection order. The consequences of such limitations are negatively felt by those, already vulnerable, victims of abuse who continue to experiences difficulties both accessing and securing legal protection. It is crucial that the reforming spirit which underpins the civil law is mirrored in the operation of the criminal law: without this, the effectiveness of both are potentially compromised. . .”

Posted by MM on Wed 26th Nov 2003 at 10:08 pm
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