“domestic violence”

This page presents an official legal definition of “domestic violence” from a government source. Additional definitions will be added as jurisdictions publish them.

Jurisdiction: Australia Australia

A set of violent or intimidating behaviours usually perpetrated by current or former intimate partners, where a partner aims to exert power and control over the other, through fear. Domestic violence can include physical violence, sexual violence, emotional abuse and psychological abuse.

Source: Family, domestic and sexual violence glossary (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare)