Domestic abuse
Domestic abuse
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If you're a victim of domestic abuse, you're not alone. Domestic abuse happens every day, in every part of the UK. On average, two women are killed by a male partner or ex every week.
Women are not the only victims of domestic abuse. Almost one out every five domestic abuse incidents reported involve male victims - and just under half of these are committed by a female abuser.
Domestic abuse is a crime that cuts across all social, cultural and religious boundaries. It can affect anybody - regardless of their gender, age, race, sexuality or social background. It can be psychological, physical, sexual, financial or emotional abuse.
It is not acceptable in any circumstances.
Are you a victim of domestic abuse?
Can someone be
prosecuted for domestic abuse?
What if you don't want to tell the police...
How to report domestic abuse to Sussex Police
What
happens when you report domestic abuse?
What happens when the abuser is arrested?
- Help for female victims of domestic abuse
- Help for male victims of domestic abuse
- Help for family or friends
- Help for abusers
What if you're being intimidated?
When the abuser pleads guilty/not guilty
Support with
giving your evidence
The verdict and different sentences
If you are living with an abusive person...
If you've made the decision to leave