An exploratory analysis of repeat victimisation of domestic violence disclosure scheme applicants
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 21177688 |
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| Authors | Victoria Caple (University of Cambridge), Matthew Bland (0000-0002-7038-1879, University of Cambridge, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 26 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 101-109 |
| Publication date | 2025-01-02 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Police Practice and Research (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1561-4263 • E-ISSN: 1477-271X |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/15614263.2024.2415443 |
| OpenAlex | W4404092707 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 17 |
This study explores the impact of the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (DVDS) on repeat victimisation among applicants. By analysing all ‘Right to Ask’ applications to Avon & Somerset Constabulary in 2021, the study investigates the extent of prior domestic abuse victimisation and the influence of disclosure decisions on subsequent reports. The findings reveal that 80% of applicants had prior victimisation records, and disclosures were made in 53% of the cases. The probability of subsequent abuse reports increased significantly for those with prior victimisation when disclosures were made, highlighting the need for robust support mechanisms post-disclosure. The study complements debate around the theoretical tension between empowerment and responsibilisation within DVDS and calls for enhanced support systems and rigorous outcome evaluations. These results suggest that while DVDS aims to protect victims, its effectiveness in reducing victimisation requires further empirical validation and comprehensive support strategies
Business · Criminology · Data science · Domestic violence · Exploratory analysis · Exploratory research · Medical emergency · Poison control · Political science · Social science · Sociology · Victimisation · Computer Science · Human Factors and Ergonomics · Intimate Partner and Family Violence · Mathematics · Medicine · Psychology · Sex work and related issues · Sexual Assault and Victimization Studies
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| Highly cited | No |
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