DV Mid Terms Flashcards
What is Domestic Violence?
The intentional violent or controlling behavior that one person wields over another.
Physical
sexual
psychological
financial abuse
Includes physical, sexual, psychological, and financial abuse.
What is the goal of an abuser in Domestic Violence?
To maintain POWER and CONTROL.
What is the single greatest predictor of adult criminality?
Male children who witness their mothers being beaten by their significant other.
T/F?
a woman is beaten every 9 seconds in the U.S
True
T/F?
85% of domestic violence victims are women
True
1 in every ____ women and 1 in every _ men will experience domestic violence in his/her life time
3 for women
4 for men
Cycle of Violence
Tension Building
Acute Explosion
Honeymoon
Victim Safety Plan
While living with the abusive partner
Preparing to leave
Once they leave
What is on the outer ring of Power & Control Wheel
Physical & Sexual violence
What is on the inner ring of Power & Control Wheel
- Using Coercion and threats
- Using Intimidation
- Using Emotional Abuse
- Using Isolation
- Minimizing, Denying, and Blaming
- Using economic abuse
- using male privilege
How likely are boys who witness Domestic Violence to abuse their own partners and children?
They are TWICE as likely to do so when they become adults.
Who can be a victim of Domestic Violence?
Anyone can be a DV victim, crossing all barriers of age, income, culture, religion, education, and race.
What happens when physical violence is introduced in a relationship?
It increases in severity and frequency.
What increases the danger for a victim of Domestic Violence?
The danger increases when the victim tries to leave the relationship.
Definition of Abuse (Verbatim)
- 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.
- Coercive Control.
What are the four types of court under c. 209A S1?
- Superior. 2. Probate and Family. 3. District. 4. Boston Municipal.
What are the three types of court when dealing with substantive dating relationships?
- Probate and Family. 2. District. 3. Boston Municipal.
What defines family or household members?
- Are or were married.
- Are or were residing together in the same household.
- Are or were related by blood or marriage.
- Have a child in common.
- Are or were in a substantive dating
relationship.
6.Are or were engaged
On average, how many tries does it take for abused women to successfully leave their abusers?
Seven tries.
What is a common myth regarding Domestic Violence?
MYTH: Drugs and alcohol cause battering.
What will you do if a Protection Order is issued by another jurisdiction?
It shall be given full faith and credit throughout the Commonwealth as long as it is active/valid and issued by another state or US territory/possession.
What is a Vacate Order?
A court order to leave & remain away from premises & surrender any keys to said premises.
Where should proceedings for a restraining order be filed?
In the court having venue over the victim’s residence.
What can a victim do if they are suffering from abuse
A person suffering from abuse may file a complaint in court requesting protections from abuse.
What are the differences between criminal and civil infractions in Domestic Violence?
Criminal infractions involve arrestable offenses, while civil infractions do not.
What happens when the expiration date of a protection order falls on a weekend or holiday?
The order shall not expire until the NEXT COURT BUSINESS DAY.
What is the duration of a Temporary Order under C. 209A s. 4?
10 court business days, which may be extended up to a year.
What is an Emergency Order under C. 209A s. 5?
Good until the NEXT court business day, requiring the plaintiff or a representative to appear.
What are the 7 powers, duties, and responsibilities of law enforcement under C. 209A s. 6?
- Remain on scene.
- Assist in obtaining medical treatment.
- Assist in locating and getting victim to a safe place.
- Give notice of his/her rights, abuse law card shall be read and provided in hand
- Activate emergency judicial system when court is closed.
- Shall inform victim that abuser can be eligible for bail
- Shall arrest abuser as reqiered by law
What information is confidential under C. 209A s. 8?
Plaintiff’s residential address/phone number and workplace name/address/phone number shall be confidential.
What are instances that do NOT violate a Protective/Restraining Order?
- Not harassing incidental contact. 2. Accidental encounters where the defendant leaves promptly.
types of responses
Mandatory Arrest.
Preferred Response.
What is MGL C. 265 s. 13M regarding Domestic Assault or Domestic A&B?
It involves family or household members who are involved in ‘INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS.’
BPD Rule 327
number of officers
when responding to Domestic Violence calls, you want to make sure you’re dispatched as a two unit
Officer in a service car needs to request dispatch for additional unit
Domestic Violence incidents are one of the most dangerous calls for service, how many officer needs to be dispatched?
2 Officers Dispatched
6 things prior to arrival
- Who is called
- Premise History
- Firearm/LTC
- Protection Order
- Criminal History
- Outstanding Warrnat
Information can be obtained
* MDT
* Dispatcher
Where can information be obtained prior a DV call?
- MDT (Mobile Data Terminal)
- Dispatcher
Where do you park upon arrival?
A few houses away
What must you do upon arrival to a domestic violence call?
Adam Robert / announce your arrival over the radio
What must you do prior knocking and annoucing?
LISTEN
What are the three questions to determine whether a charge is 265 & 13M
Do they count as family and household members?
Did “abuse” occur as defined by 209A?
Did a misdemanor or felony occured?
Requesting Protection
- Refrain from abuse (A)
- Refrain from contacting (A)
- Vacate / Remain away (A)
- Temporay custody of minor child (C)
- Temporary support (C)
- Compensation for losses (C)
- Address to be impounded (A)
- Attend batterer’s intervention program (C)
- (A) = Arrest (C) = Civil
- All are still criminal violations
How long are Permanent Restraining Orders
up to one year
Surrending Firearms/Weapons
LTC
FID
Firearm
Rifle
Shotgun
Machine Gun
Ammunition
265 13M + Violation of RO =
Aggravated Assault & Battery
Felony
265 13A + Violation of RO =
Aggravated Assault & Battery
Felony
1st 265 13M + Guilty Conviction + 2nd 265 13M
Felony
Substantive Dating Relationship
- Length of time
Type of Relationship
Frequency of interaction
Length of time elapsed since termination of relationship
Roomates
- Voluntary
Length of time
Share common area
Family like relationship
Direct / Indirect Violation of RO
Direct - defendant intended to violate order personally
Indirect - Through 3rd party
employment purposes how long does defendant have to file for petition surrendering firearms
within 2 court business days if not then 10 court business days
