The Response of Police towards Domestic Violence

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ABSTRACT

The purpose of this study is to identify the response of police towards domestic violence. Domestic violence is defined as a kind of offense that is committed by intimate partners or any family members. The most common victims of domestic violence are women and children. Undoubtedly, domestic violence has a long history, but unfortunately it is still present in our society. There are also some cases of domestic violence in which victims are men or transgender. In order to assess the response of police towards domestic violence, the research has adopted secondary analysis. The study has identified different measures that have been taken in the United Kingdom to prevent domestic violence. In addition, the study has also highlighted measures that the police should take in cases of domestic violence.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTI

DECLARATIONII

CHAPTER 01: INTRODUCTION1

Outline of the Study1

Background of the Study1

Purpose of the Study2

Research Questions3

Ethical Issues3

CHAPTER 02: LITERATURE REVIEW5

Definition of domestic violence8

History of domestic violence9

Legislation and police response pre-197010

Second-Wave Feminism11

Legislation and police responses post-197012

Reporting of Domestic Violence13

Contemporary Context14

Factors Contributing towards Wife Beating15

Police Responses to Interpersonal Conflict15

Multiple Victimisations16

Actions on arrival at the scene17

Willingness of victims to call and/or cooperate with police18

CHAPTER 3: METHODOLOGY20

Research Methodology20

Rationale for the Methodology21

Reliability of Sources23

Assumptions of Qualitative Research24

CHAPTER 04: DISCUSSION25

CHAPTER 05: CONCLUSION30

REFERENCES31

CHAPTER 01: INTRODUCTION

Outline of the Study

This study has been divided into different sections. The first chapter is the introduction that will present a background of the study, research question, objective of the research, and significant of the research. The second chapter is the literature review. The literature review will explore and present different concepts associated with the topic. It will also present a review of the related literature. The third chapter will present the methodology that will be adopted for the research. The third chapter will also include research instrument. The fourth chapter will present the findings of this research. In the fifth chapter, the conclusion of the study will be presented.

Background of the Study

Domestic violence is not a new trend; however, it is as old as history itself. The roots of domestic violence lie in the historical Portugal and the beginning of Western civilisation. Domestic violence is an offense that has been reported in almost all societies and countries. In many parts of the world, domestic violence is considered to be both lawful and culturally appropriate. According to records, domestic violence accounts for approximately 15% of all violent ...