Domestic Violence: What Happens When Tempers Flair
Posted on February 20, 2008
Filed Under Domestic Violence, Felonies |
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, a woman is beaten every 15 seconds and domestic violence is the leading cause of injury for women between the ages of 15 and 44. However, it isn’t just women who are affected by this travesty, sixty-three percent of the young men between the ages of 11 and 20 who are serving time for homicide have killed their mother’s abuser.
Domestic violence isn’t just a crime that ends when the judge’s gavel bangs, it splinters into a variety of other crimes. Unfortunately, both the famous and the unknown are victims and perpetrators of this crime.
In 2004, domestic violence disputes made up 45% of all assault arrests. As a result, the penalty for such convictions has grown stiffer, with more jail time, higher fines, loss of child visitation rights and other forms of punishment which hit close to home.
The following are some tips on how to deal with and, if possible, prevent domestic violence:
For Victims
Be aware of your loved one’s family history. Someone abused by their parent or a former loved one may be more prone to to commit the same act.
If you, a friend or a family member are victims of such a crime, call someone as soon as possible and get help.
Get away from the individual who is abusing you as soon as possible, the criminals who perpetrate this crime will not wait get better because you stick around.
For Abusers
Know that there are people willing to help train and counsel you through your challenges.
Stay as far away from alcohol as possible, alcoholism and domestic abuse unfortunately go hand in hand.
If falsely accused, find an criminal defense attorney as soon as possible.
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Well my opinion goes like that:
It’s very sad to know that even at this days the percentage of Domestic Violence is higher than 45%
and also, people who can’t control themselves need to be treated!
nice article.
I read this article at the perfect time. A family member of mine is dealing with a horrible situation of domestic violence. Penalties are getting tougher, but the courts really have a long way to go in protecting the victims. It is so important to get help as soon as possible and get away from the abuser. Most of domestic violence are not reported to the police and this causes a cycle of it happening again and again.
Most domestic violence cases go unreported for social reasons. Its hard to report against a family member. You are fearful of the consequences of reporting. Also, there needs to be awareness that violence is not always physical. Emotional and psychological violence is more common than physical violence.
I read this article at the perfect time. A family member of mine is dealing with a horrible situation of domestic violence. Penalties are getting tougher, but the courts really have a long way to go in protecting the victims. It is so important to get help as soon as possible and get away from the abuser. Most of domestic violence are not reported to the police and this causes a cycle of it happening again and again.