Domestic Violence and Abuse- Intro Flashcards
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Q: What is the main Act dealing with Domestic Abuse?
A
Domestic Abuse Act 2021- aims to ensure that V’s have the confidence to come forward and report their experiences, safe in the knowledge that the state will do everything it can to support them and their children and pursue the abuser.
2
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Q: How many victims report DA?
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It has been estimated that 1 in 5 victims of DA come forward and make police reports.
3
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Q: How many women will suffer DA in their lifetime?
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Stats suggest 1 in 4.
