Practical Implications of Current Domestic Violence Research: For Law Enforcement, Prosecutors and Judges
Published June 2009
Chapter 5. Law Enforcement Responses
- 5-1. Are specialized law enforcement domestic violence units effective in responding to domestic violence?
- 5-2. Do they influence prosecutions and convictions of abuse suspects?
- 5-3. Do they influence victim behavior?
- 5-4. Do they reduce reabuse?
- 5-5. Do they increase victim satisfaction?
- 5-6. Should law enforcement agencies participate in coordinated community responses?
- 5-7. Does police domestic violence training improve law enforcement responses to victims?
Date Created: June 5, 2009