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Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims (Amendment) Act 2012
Summary
This Act strengthens the law on domestic violence by making it easier to protect victims through court orders and tougher punishments. It updates the rules so police and courts can respond more quickly to protect people being abused by partners or family members.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means backing stronger protections for victims of domestic violence and crime. It gives courts more power to issue restraining orders and better protects people from abusive partners, making it easier for victims to get legal help and stay safe.
A vote to oppose means
- —Critics worry the Act might make it too easy to issue restraining orders without proper evidence, potentially unfairly restricting someone's freedom. Some also argue it doesn't provide enough support services for victims or adequately punish perpetrators.
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Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading30 Jun 2010
- 2nd reading18 Mar 2011
- Committee stage22 Jun 2011
- Report stage21 Oct 2011
- 3rd reading21 Oct 2011
Lords
- 1st reading21 Oct 2011
- 2nd reading27 Jan 2012
- 3rd reading29 Feb 2012
Royal Assent8 Mar 2012
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