Domestic abuse can involve criminal law, civil protection and family-law matters. The options available depend on your individual circumstances and where in the UK you live.
This article provides general information only and is not legal advice.
Police and criminal law
Depending on the circumstances, conduct may involve offences relating to violence, threats, stalking, harassment, sexual offences, criminal damage or controlling or coercive behaviour.
Civil and family-court protection
In England and Wales, legal protections can include non-molestation orders and occupation orders. Other protective measures may also be relevant depending on the circumstances and current law.
Children and family proceedings
Where domestic abuse affects arrangements for children, specialist family-law advice may be important.
Getting legal help
Pathway can provide practical support, advocacy and signposting to appropriately qualified legal professionals. We do not advise you which court application to make or what legal position to take.
If you are in immediate danger, call 999.