dv lvl 2 Flashcards
What is Domestic Violence?
The intentional violent or controlling behavior that one person wields over another
Includes physical injury, sexual assault, psychological abuse, and financial/social abuse.
What is the goal of an abuser in a domestic violence situation?
To maintain POWER and CONTROL
What are the three primary responsibilities for law enforcement regarding domestic violence?
- To provide physical safety and security for victims
- Assist victims by coordinating their referral to support services
- Arrest the domestic violence perpetrator as required by law
What are the four main types of domestic violence abuse?
- Physical
- Sexual
- Psychological
- Financial
Who can be a victim of domestic violence?
ANYONE can be a DV victim.
Domestic violence crosses all barriers of age, income, culture, religion, education, and race.
What increases the danger for a victim of domestic violence?
When she tries to leave
List some common feelings experienced by victims of domestic violence.
- Fear
- Self Blame
- Denial
What are typical characteristics of an abuser?
- Masters of manipulation
- Entitled
- Minimizes
- Blames victims/exaggerates
- Makes false promises
Fill in the blank: Victims often stay in abusive relationships due to _______.
[key learning term]
What are some reasons victims stay in abusive relationships?
- Fear (especially for children)
- Hope (feeling there’s no help)
- Threats of harm
- Lack of money
- Love for partner
- Cultural factors
- Self-blame
- Fear of homelessness
- Isolation
- Guilt
What constitutes abuse between family or household members?
- Attempting to cause or causing physical harm
- Placing another in fear of imminent serious physical harm
- Causing another to engage involuntarily in sexual relations by force, threat, or duress
What types of courts handle domestic violence cases?
- Superior
- Probate and Family
- District
- Boston municipal
Except when dealing with substantive dating relationships, then there are only three courts.
What is a Vacate Order?
A court order to leave and remain away from a premise and surrender any keys to the plaintiff.
What is the single best predictor of juvenile delinquency and adult criminality for males?
Witnessing Domestic Violence
What are the basic protections of a Vacate Order?
- Defendant shall not damage any of the plaintiff’s belongings
- Defendant shall not shut off any utilities or mail delivery
- Defendant shall not interfere with the plaintiff’s right to possess the residence
What are some criminal violations of a restraining order?
- Refrain from abuse
- Refrain from contacting
- Vacate and remain away from the household
- Plaintiffs address to be impounded
- Refrain from abusing or contacting a child
What is the consequence of violating a restraining order?
Once violated, all become criminal; not all violations are arrestable.
What is the significance of Protection Orders issued by another jurisdiction?
They shall be given full faith and credit and law enforcement shall rely on statements by the person protected by such order.
What is the ‘Cycle of Violence’?
A pattern that includes:
* Honeymoon phase
* Tension building
* Acute explosion
Centered around denial.
What are Emergency Restraining Orders?
Granted by telephone when courts are closed, requiring the plaintiff to appear in court on the next available business day.
What must a defendant surrender under a restraining order?
- License to carry LTC
- Firearms Identification Card FID
- All firearms, shotguns, rifles, machine guns, and ammunition
What is the definition of strangulation in a domestic violence context?
A felony charge under 265 S 15D, not just for intimate partners.
What are signs of strangulation?
- Redness
- Neck pain
- Red eyes (petechiae)
- Nausea/vomiting
- Neck swelling/claw marks
What is the connection between domestic violence, child abuse, and animal abuse?
There is a strong connection, with evidence showing that a batter’s first victim is usually an animal.
What is the FBI’s National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) related to animal cruelty?
Every animal cruelty incident needs to be reported to NIBRS.
What is an Abuse Prevention Order?
The court may order possession, care, and control of any domesticated animal residing in the household to the plaintiff.
What are some duties and responsibilities of police responding to domestic violence calls?
- Shall remain on scene
- Assist in obtaining medical treatment
- Assist in locating the abused to a safe place
- Give immediate notice of rights
- Activate emergency judicial system when court is closed
What is the difference between direct and indirect contact in the context of a restraining order?
- Direct contact: no contact with plaintiff
- Indirect contact: involves a third party
What are ‘spontaneous/excited utterances’?
Statements made by victims that must be verbatim and in quotation marks.
What should be included in injury documentation for domestic violence cases?
- Specific details about location, type of injury, size, pain, discomfort, and any previous injury marks.
What is a restraining order designed to protect?
Children, pets, person who filed it
A restraining order offers protection to vulnerable parties involved in domestic violence situations.
What are spontaneous or excited utterances?
Statements made by victims, must be verbatim and in quotation marks, may occur during 911 calls, volatile scene or medical treatment
These statements are often considered admissible in court due to their spontaneous nature.
What should be included in injury documentation?
Specifics about location, type of injury, size, pain, discomfort, and any previous injury marks
An example would be: ‘The victim’s eye and cheek were bruised and swollen.’
What are the two primary ways to use the charge of intimidation of a witness?
- When a batterer attempted to dissuade a victim from following through on a pending 209A charge
- When the victim tells officers that the batterer attempted to keep them from calling 911 (taking the phone away)
This charge is crucial in protecting the integrity of legal proceedings.
Under what circumstances may officers enter private property?
- To serve a protective order
- To quell an ongoing disturbance and restore peace
- At the request of something in lawful control (consent)
Officers must articulate the reason for their entry.
How often is a woman beaten in the U.S.?
Every 9 seconds
Domestic violence is a pervasive issue affecting many women across the country.
What is the leading cause of injury to women aged 15 to 44?
Domestic violence
This statistic highlights the severe impact of domestic violence on young women.
What risk do women face when leaving an abuser?
75% greater risk of being killed by the batterer than those who stay
This emphasizes the dangers associated with leaving an abusive relationship.
What are common effects on children who live in violent homes?
- Blame themselves for not preventing the violence
- Experience difficulties in school
- Have a higher risk of juvenile delinquency and substance abuse
- Are more likely to end up in abusive relationships in adulthood
These long-term effects can perpetuate the cycle of violence.
What percentage of perpetrators of intimate partner violence also abuse children in the household?
30-60%
This statistic illustrates the overlap between domestic violence and child abuse.
On average, how many tries does it take for abused women to successfully leave their abuser?
Seven tries
This statistic highlights the complexity and difficulty of leaving an abusive situation.
What is the likelihood of boys who witness domestic violence to abuse their partners and children as adults?
Twice as likely
This statistic underscores the intergenerational transmission of violence.
What age group of females is at the greatest risk of nonfatal intimate partner violence?
20-24 years of age
This demographic is particularly vulnerable and requires targeted interventions.
What percentage of domestic violence cases are never reported to the police?
Most cases
This indicates a significant issue with underreporting in domestic violence incidents.
