Domestic violence is any physical, emotional, sexual or other violence that takes place between people who may be married or not married; heterosexual, gay, or lesbian; living together, separated or dating. Domestic violence can be criminal and include physical assault: hitting, pushing and shoving, etc., sexual abuse: unwanted or forced sexual activity, and stalking.
Domestic Violence Law
While the physical effects of domestic violence may be the same as other types of violent crimes, the emotional effects may be far worse. Domestic violence occurs when a crime is committed against a victim by someone with whom the victim is, or previously has been, involved in an intimate relationship or someone who lives in the same household as the victim. Domestic violence …
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