Insight – How does the definition of domestic abuse apply to under 16s? – House of Commons Library

Posted November 20th, 2024 in children, domestic violence, murder, news, young offenders, young persons and tagged by sally

‘The law defines domestic abuse as abusive behaviour by one person towards another, where both people are aged 16 or over. This age limit has come under scrutiny following the murder of 15-year-old Holly Newton by her ex-boyfriend. In a victim impact statement to court, Holly’s mother, Micala Trussler, described Holly’s murder as “a classic case of domestic abuse”, but said the law prevented her from calling it domestic abuse due to Holly’s age. This Insight looks at the statutory definition of domestic abuse and how it applies to teenage relationships.’

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House of Commons Library, 19th November 2024

Source: commonslibrary.parliament.uk