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Domestic Violence: Law, Policy, and Practice - Diane Kiesel

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9780820570525
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Domestic Violence: Law, Policy, and Practice Diane Kiesel ISBN 9780820570525

Domestic Violence: Law, Policy, and Practice offers a distinctive interdisciplinary introduction to the study of domestic violence, encouraging students to look beyond case law and understand the broader impact of this serious social problem on the justice system. While acknowledging the important contributions of women’s advocates in raising awareness, the book is not written solely from an advocacy standpoint. Instead, it traces the evolution of the law through court cases, scholarly articles, government reports, and media coverage, making it suitable for students aspiring to become advocates, prosecutors, defense attorneys, public policy experts, or judges.

The text emphasizes that responsibility for domestic violence rests with the abuser but goes beyond simply analyzing crime and punishment. It explores criminal and family law approaches to addressing domestic violence, the effects of family violence on children, sentencing, and the outcomes of specialized domestic violence courts established nationwide. Additional chapters examine topics such as federal gun and immigration law, domestic violence within LGBTQ+ communities, and domestic violence across different cultural contexts.

Designed for active learning, the book includes charts, photographs, illustrations, and drawings to support comprehension. Each chapter concludes with notes and questions to foster classroom discussion and deepen understanding of the issues presented. A Teacher’s Manual is also available to guide instruction.

Domestic Violence: Law, Policy, and Practice Diane Kiesel ISBN 9780820570525, 978-0820570525 & 9780327176855

Author
Diane Kiesel