가정폭력에 대한 경찰의 대응방안 고찰

Abstract

Domestic violence, also known as domestic abuse, is a pattern of behavior which involves the abuse by one partner against another in an intimate relationship such as marriage or within the family. Domestic violence can take many forms, including physical aggression or assault (hitting, kicking, biting, throwing objects, battery). Domestic violence historically has been viewed as a private family matter that need not involve the government or criminal justice. Police response to domestic violence is very important to protect victims and prevent to commit a second offense. In the past, police have been criticized to deal with domestic violence passively. 35) It is required that police department improve the special team to cope effectively with domestic violence. The main function of police on the scene of domestic violence is to protect victims. So, the urgent temporary measures in Domestic Violence Special Act be amended to grant police discretion more widely. Mandatory arrest policy that is adopted in America be examined considerably. Last, Domestic violence is not only the police problem but also can not be solved by only police efforts. Community combined participation and efforts including law enforcement, social services, and health care is absolutely needed to solve domestic violence.