Family Violence
/ˈfæmɪli ˈvaɪələns/
Definitions
- (n.) Physical, emotional, or psychological abuse committed by one family member against another.
The court issued a restraining order due to evidence of family violence.
- (n.) A legal designation for acts of violence within domestic relationships triggering protective laws and interventions.
Family violence statutes provide remedies for victims residing with their abusers.
Forms
- family violence
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Commentary
Family violence encompasses abuse among family members beyond intimate partners, often requiring specific statutory frameworks to address various victim relationships.
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