Domestic violence is defined as purposeful acts of certain family members that cause or may possibly cause physical, mental or economic injuries to other family members.
Domestic violence is becoming increasingly common and has a tendency to increase within the community. Domestic violence not only leaves physical and psychological consequences for the individuals who are abused, but it also has a significant impact on socio-economic development.
The Law on Domestic Violence Prevention and Control 2007 of Vietnam was promulgated on November 21, 2007 and officially effective from July 01, 2008, of which one of the fundamental contents is the regulation on principles of reconciling conflicts and disputes among family members.
The Law on Domestic Violence Prevention and Control 2007 of Vietnam regulates the prevention and control of domestic violence, protecting and assisting the victims of domestic violence; the responsibilities of individuals, families, organizations, institutions in domestic violence prevention and control and dealing with the breach of the Law on Domestic Violence Prevention and Control.
The Law on Domestic Violence Prevention and Control 2007 of Vietnam was promulgated on November 21, 2007. This Law consists of 6 chapters and 46 articles, of which a notable content is the regulation on rights and obligations of domestic violence victims.
What are the sanctions for acts of domestic violence according to Vietnam’s regulations? If a person wants to file a complaint against such acts of violence, to which authority should he/she send the complaint?
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