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STATISTICS
TYPES OF ABUSE
1. Physical abuse
2. Sexual Abuse
3. Spiritual Abuse
4. Emotional Abuse
5. Psychological abuse
6. Domestic Abuse
CAUSES OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN IRAQ
Setting out specific duties for both the general police and
specialized police officers in responding to domestic
violence. Police play an important role in responding to
domestic violence and can help determine whether a victim
is able to pursue remedies through the justice system.
Outlining various types of evidence that can be considered
in domestic violence cases. Attacks tend to happen in homes
behind closed doors where often there are no witnesses
other than children, who typically cannot testify.
Distinguishing between short-term emergency orders and
longer-term protection orders, including making clear that
short-term orders can be issued without all parties present
on the basis of a victim’s testimony, whereas a longer-term
order would allow for a full hearing and review of
evidence.