Change in abuse law set to test courts

Chris Engel 6/5/128:00 PM

Interesting changes in Australia.

"The laws...widen the definition of domestic violence beyond physical abuse to include stalking, repeated derogatory taunts, intentionally damaging or destroying property and preventing someone having contact with family and friends.

They also offer more protection to minors by deeming a parent who has let their child witness an assault on another parent as a form of abuse against their child."

http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/change-in-abuse-law-set-to-test-courts/story-e6frea6u-1226385381437

New domestic violence laws target emotional abuse

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-06-03/new-domestic-violence-laws-target-emotional-abuse/4049150

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