Darren Mack-murdered ex wife and shot judge (history of violence against both ex wives...now child has no mother)
Castle Rock v Gonzales-abusive (towards mother) father murders his children then
kills self as act of revenge towards ex wife-she knew there was danger and her cries were dismissed...now she mourns her 3 INNOCENT children
Manuel Gehring-shot his 2 children
see NewHampshire.com: News: Manuel Gehring saw himself as victim
Why do we need this if there isn't a problem?
On January 5, 2006, President Bush signed into law the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act. For text of VAWA (HR3402) visit http://thomas.loc.gov and in the search box write HR 3402. It is the #5 option (there are several versions). This legislation supports and expands continued nationwide efforts to combat domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence and stalking. Passing with overwhelming support in the House and Senate, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) of 2005 reauthorizes existing programs and creates new ones to meet emerging needs of communities working to prevent the violence. Summaries of the bill are available here.
VAWA reauthorization was a 2005 legislative priority for the American Bar Association, which allowed the ABA to join with other national organizations and lobby Congress to support the Violence Against Women Act. Margaret Drew, Chair of the ABA-Commission on Domestic Violence speaks to the importance of this legislation in the December 2005 ABA Journal, read it here.
To read more, please click here for the ABA Legislative & Advocacy page concerning VAWA.
Or why this?
Available for Download: Commission Publication Focuses on Law Schools Teaching Domestic Violence Law Read more
Hmmmm...maybe because many lawyers have the same damaging mentality that harms situations like mine and innocent women and children are being harmed.....
Part of the problem is that many people really don't know what domestic violence is:
Know What Domestic Violence Is.
When spouses, intimate partners, or dates use physical violence, threats, emotional abuse, harassment, or stalking to control the behavior of their partners, they are committing domestic violence. Most victims of domestic violence are women. Children who witness domestic violence are also victims; they suffer from behavioral and cognitive problems. Boys, especially, are more likely to be aggressive and engage in criminal behavior if they grow up in homes where domestic violence exists.
Develop A Safety Plan.
If you, a relative, a friend, or a neighbor are experiencing domestic violence, think about ways to make yourself safer. Leave a spare set of keys, emergency money, important phone numbers, and documents like birth certificates, passports, bankbooks, and insurance papers in a safe place your batterer doesn't know about, for example, with a trusted friend or relative. Plan how to get out of your home quickly and safely, should a battering incident begin. Think about a safe place to go to once you leave your home. If you can, learn local crisis hotline numbers, so that you can call for advice or assistance.
Call 911.
If you are being battered -- or you know that a relative, friend, or neighbor is being battered by a spouse or intimate partner -- call the police right away for help, if you can get to a phone safely. Don't be afraid to ask for immediate help. Domestic violence is a crime, not a "private family matter."
Exercise Your Legal Rights.
You -- or anyone else experiencing domestic violence -- have the right to go to court and petition for an order of protection if you have been battered in one of the fifty states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia. In most parts of the country, you can also ask for custody of your children and child support at the same time. You should try to get a lawyer to represent you and protect all of your rights under the law. Call your state or local coalition against domestic violence, a state or local crisis hotline, or the state or local bar association to learn more about where to find legal help.
Get Help For Your Family So That The Violence Will Stop.
There are many services available to help families struggling with domestic violence. Look in the phone book for the number of your state or local domestic violence coalition or crisis hotline for help in locating the financial, housing, and counseling services needed to break free of domestic violence.