Domestic Violence and Criminal Justice

Focusing on domestic violence, this book offers a thorough introduction to its interplay with the criminal justice system, detailing the roles of various agencies such as the police, courts, and probation services, as well as voluntary organizations like Women's Aid. It explores the collaboration among these entities at the local level and highlights the coordinating influence of the Home Office and central government directives, providing a nuanced understanding of the systemic response to domestic violence.