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State Rep. Marian Harris, D-Columbus, said a Dispatch investigation spurred her legislation. An overhaul of Ohio's domestic-violence laws proposed by a state lawmaker would help protect victims and ensure punishment for abusers. State Rep. Marian Harris,...
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Justice Minister Simon Power said the five-day period will be crucial if the protection order is issued over a long weekend or in other situations where access to the courts is limited. The new law allows for the removal of women and children from violent...
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She said, “The National Council of Women has raised some important issues, pointing out that it is not just the funding cuts, but the processes that will be in place, that will create unnecessary trauma for those seeking to move forward from sexual abuse.”...
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Auckland [ change ] Few showers Max 18° Min 10° Navy officer charged with indecent assault May 1, 2009, 11:51 am A Royal New Zealand Navy petty officer will face two charges of indecent assault at a court-martial in Auckland on Monday, the New Zealand...
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Domestic violence bill passes first read 18/12/2008 12:12:07 New laws toughening up police and court in dealing with family violence have passed their first reading in Parliament. The Domestic Violence Safety Enhancing Bill was passed unanimously by...
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It’s a known fact that every five weeks a woman is killed by her partner or ex partner and about ten children are killed in domestic violence incidents every year in this country...New Zealand, said that: “It calls upon the State party to ensure that...
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