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domestic violence enforcement  

Definition

  • Until the early 20th century, what we currently describe as domestic violence was not considered a crime. Before the modern era, women were considered the property of their husbands. [Source: Encyclopedia of Law Enforcement; Domestic Violence Enforcement]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-G4HH9KNQ-N

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