Women Who Kill, Criminal Law and Domestic Abuse

This book provides an in-depth analysis of UK legal defenses of homicide by victims of domestic abuse, drawing on existing literature and practitioner experiences to highlight potential sites of injustice and suggest reforms. It is a valuable resource for practitioners, academics, and those working in comparative criminal justice.

Format: Hardback
Length: 180 pages
Publication date: 16 October 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into a thorough examination of the legal defenses available to victims of domestic abuse in the United Kingdom. It sheds light on a significant category of homicide, where women resort to killing their male partners due to the coercive and abusive nature of their relationships. Despite its prevalence in certain areas of the UK, this aspect of homicide remains relatively under-researched within the country. The book draws upon existing literature, particularly from the United States, which has approached the issue from a practical standpoint, utilizing the firsthand experiences of practitioners involved in such cases. By combining the insights of practitioners with academic expertise, the book offers a coherent understanding of the UK landscape in this domain. It identifies potential sites of injustice and proposes reform measures to address these issues. This volume serves as a valuable resource for legal professionals, advocates, and scholars engaged in cases of domestic abuse and homicide. It provides valuable guidance for those involved in these cases, while also offering insights to academics interested in homicide and legal responses to domestic abuse. Additionally, the book's content will be of interest to those working in the field of comparative criminal justice.

Weight: 520g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032052878