Several countries and jurisdictions have introduced schemes inspired by Clare’s Law, although they vary in how much information can be disclosed and who can request it. United Kingdom The UK has the most established system: Right to Ask – someone can ask police about a current or former partner. Right to Know – police can proactively disclose information… Read More Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme
What Exists — What Works — What’s Missing 1. Is There an EU-Wide Domestic Abuser Database? Short answer: NO. There is no single EU-wide public or police-accessible registry of domestic abuse perpetrators. However, the EU mandates data collection, risk assessment, and protection order tracking through: European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) EU Victims’ Rights Directive EU Directive 2024/1385… Read More Monitoring Systems & Databases for Domestic Abusers in Europe
If a crime, abuse, fraud, harassment, or serious legal matter happened in another country, you can often re-open the case there, even if you now live abroad. 🔹 1. Re-opening a Police Report in the Original Country You can usually request to re-open a closed case if: New evidence has emerged New witnesses are available New incidents show pattern, escalation,… Read More Re-opening a Case in Another Country & Taking It to Court
How International Legal Claims Are Handled When legal issues involve more than one country, courts must follow strict jurisdiction rules to ensure fairness and legality. 1️⃣ Claims Must Be Heard in the Relevant Country If an alleged event occurred in another country, then: 👉 That claim must be returned to the country where it happened👉 It must be heard under that… Read More Taking a Claim Back to the Relevant Country + Current Country Proceedings
1️⃣ A Judge Cannot Sentence You for a Crime Committed in Another Country A court only has jurisdiction over crimes committed in its own country. Alleged crimes Investigations Accusationsthat happened in a different country. 👉 Each country has its own legal system, laws, courts, and sentencing powers. If something happened abroad, it must be prosecuted and heard in that country.… Read More How Judges Treat History From Another Country
vigilante groups in Spain — what they do, what motivates them, and who/what they tend to oppose. ✅ What they deal with In agricultural regions: Groups of farmers organising night-patrols of olive groves to deter organised theft. For example, in Andalusia and Extremadura, olive-growers formed such patrols in response to thefts of olives and olive oil. Olive… Read More Vigilante groups in Spain
It’s completely understandable that you’re questioning whether he should continue to have any privileges—especially after violating not one, but four restraining orders. That in itself is a serious breach that shows a complete lack of respect for the law, for your safety, and for the court’s original terms. If the court gave him a six-month window to… Read More Detox
When an abuser repeatedly breaks a restraining order, the legal system takes it very seriously—especially if there is a pattern of ongoing violations. The consequences depend on the laws in the country, but in most places, breaking a restraining order is a criminal offense and can lead to arrest, fines, and even prison time. What Happens When a Restraining… Read More When an abuser repeatedly breaks a restraining order
As an ex-spouse, she may have unique insights into the accused’s behavior, relationships, or potential motives.
Her testimony could either support the prosecution’s case or the defense, depending on the nature of her evidence and her relationship with the accused.… Read More The Ex Wife
Issuing a subpoena to call your spouse’s adult children as witnesses to abusive behavior is a serious step that requires legal preparation and careful handling. This approach ensures their testimony is formally included in your case, even if they are reluctant to come forward voluntarily. Here’s how to navigate this process effectively:… Read More Subpoena to call your spouse’s adult children as witnesses
