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Petition No. 161 - Review of the Laws Pertaining to Domestic Violence

Environment and Public Affairs Committee· 13 September 2012petition_responseNo. 161

This 2012 WA parliamentary committee report examines Petition 161, which calls for a review of domestic violence laws. The petition argues that the charge of 'unlawful assault causing death' is inadequate in cases with a history of domestic violence. The committee recommends the government urgently review the legislative framework to better reflect the history of violence in such incidents.

Impact

Victims of domestic violence, perpetrators, the justice system, and the broader community are affected by the adequacy of laws pertaining to domestic violence.

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