The Police Response to Domestic Violence Incidents

Within the past few years, domestic violence has come to the forefront in demanding the attention of the criminal justice system. This report explains many of the myths associated with domestic violence, reviews the literature on domestic violence, and provides practical steps for establishing policies and procedures related to domestic violence within law enforcement agencies.

MTAS Municipal Law Enforcement Management Report no. 1

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