Hey there, amigos! Big news from the Chinese mainland 🇨🇳: China has rolled out fresh guidelines to ramp up the fight against domestic violence. 🛡️ These guidelines were jointly issued by nine key institutions, including the Ministry of Public Security and the All-China Women's Federation.
So, what's the deal? The new rules lay out exactly how police can establish the facts in domestic violence cases—a topic that's been pretty tricky in real life. If the alleged perpetrator doesn't dispute the violence, statements from both them and the victim or witness testimonies will do the trick. If they deny it, then it's all about the victim's statement or witness accounts, plus some extra evidence. 🎤📱
What's this extra evidence? The guidelines list eight types, like audio and video recordings, phone call records, medical reports, and even testimonies from your neighbors or friends. It's all about making sure victims have multiple ways to prove what's happened. 📹📝
But wait, there's more! For less severe cases that might not lead to detention, the police can still step in. They can educate the perpetrator, give a verbal warning, or issue an official admonition notice. It's a way to say, \"Hey, this isn't okay,\" and prevent things from getting worse. ⚠️
The fight against domestic violence isn't just on the police, though. The guidelines highlight the roles of courts, schools, hospitals, and community organizations. Teachers, doctors, social workers—they're all stepping up. If they spot signs of domestic violence, they're now required to report it. Talk about a team effort! 🤝
Did you know China's anti-domestic violence law kicked in back in 2016? Since then, there's been a big push to protect victims. Just this year, police across the country issued 98,000 admonition notices. That's a lot of action! 🚀
Why should you care? Because this move sets a strong example in the global fight against domestic violence. It's about safety, justice, and making sure everyone's voices are heard. Let's hope this sparks change worldwide! 🌍💪
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China strengthens domestic violence response with new guidelines
cgtn.com
