domestic violence

angelfairy

Janepig wrote: »

If he pleads guilty or is found guilty then the Court (as AF has said) will order a Pre-Sentence Report, probably to include IDAP assessment (because it's not automatic that he'll be suitable for it). Anyway, one of the first things the PSR author does in a DV case is contact the local DV unit with the details and they will say how many times there's been a call out to that family. So for instance you can get 20 call outs, none of which led to prosecution, but that will go in the report so the Court will be aware of it. Defence solicitors hate it .

You'd be amazed how many defendants will say "I've never done anything like this before" when a quick call to the DV unit paints a very different picture :rolleyes:. I'm sure they think we're still in the days when various agencies didn't communicate too well.

Jxx

I also think there is a course now that defendant's when sentenced for DV matters can be ordered to attend. Can't remember what it's called for this second, :mad: but it's a type of domestic violence awareness program

Janepig

angelfairy wrote: »

I also think there is a course now that defendant's when sentenced for DV matters can be ordered to attend. Can't remember what it's called for this second, :mad: but it's a type of domestic violence awareness program

IDAP* (see my post you quoted) :D.

Here's a link about how it works (from West Yorkshire PS).

Jxx

*Integrated Domestic Abuse Programme

angelfairy

Janepig wrote: »

IDAP* (see my post you quoted) :D.

Jxx

*Integrated Domestic Abuse Programme

sorry, pregnancy brain.

just hope marianne is staying strong today and looking after herself

Janepig

angelfairy wrote: »

sorry, pregnancy brain.

just hope marianne is staying strong today and looking after herself

What's my excuse then - I get pregancy brain without being pregnant!!!

Jxx

crispeater

ooh another point about the IDAP and probation is that if he was to have a new partner he must notify them and they will tell his new partner that he has been convicted of DV failure to do so will put him back in court. shame its only while they are on probation and doing the course though as i think this is quite a good thing.

i also read about the dv courts etc in brighton and thought what a fab idea!!

Loretta

crispeater wrote: »

ooh another point about the IDAP and probation is that if he was to have a new partner he must notify them and they will tell his new partner that he has been convicted of DV failure to do so will put him back in court. shame its only while they are on probation and doing the course though as i think this is quite a good thing.

i also read about the dv courts etc in brighton and thought what a fab idea!!

Don't know if it works in practice but would be interested to hear

solongmarianne

Loretta wrote: »

Don't know if it works in practice but would be interested to hear

I have been looking into this, it looks like it could be beneficial, for some cases, I would like to hear from anyone that has been involved with this! xx

x__Indigo_x

i just want to say to the OP i hope things get better for you , i cannot begin to understand how hard this whole situation is for you , but i do have some basic understanding about the legal side of this as im am currently studying family law in particular domestic homicide, the percentage of women who actually go to the police is very low so i applaud you for having that courage :) *hugs* i hope your life turns around :)

x__Indigo_x

and in reponse to what someone said about it being to serious for magistrates courts...i really dont think it will , 94% of DV cases are dealt with in the magistrates courts and figures show that sentences passed in domestic cases are disproportionately more lenient than non domestic cases i just hope for your sake he gets what he deserves


as for the client thing unfortunatly you cannot prove this is the reason the clients have cancelled but financial violence does come under the term domesti violence [ womensaid.org]

I know its easy to say but dont be embarressed you should be proud of yourself, proud that you did probably the most terrorfying thing by calling the police on someone you love...that took alot of courage and i hope that courage stays within you for the whole trial

*hugs*

Sharlee

solongmarianne wrote: »

I have been looking into this, it looks like it could be beneficial, for some cases, I would like to hear from anyone that has been involved with this! xx

Are you referring to IDAP courses? If so, I don't have any direct experience but have looked for information. Generally research shows them to be effective roughly for one to two thirds of men. The research varies greatly. Also, in the UK, it is still a relatively new approach, and thus, it is hard to evaluate. I asked the manager of my local probation if it works, and he shrugged and said sometimes but research is still ongoing and he couldn't give me figures as yet.

I am however sceptical. Many men will never change and in some cases I think it gives the men the 'language of therapy' and they find new ways to control women. Mostly, they do the course because they have to as part of their sentence. If your ex does do this, you will be contacted by a Women's Safety Officer for your input, and to to ensure your safety.

Of course, it is in your ex's interest to attend AA and to effect a reconciliation and forgiveness when it comes to sentencing. These factors are taken into account so I would be very wary of his sincerity and motives.

A big well done to you, it does get easier over time, and thanks to others on this thread for such informative posts.

Regards
Sharlee