TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2010//
TI  - Who are the defendants in domestic violence protection order cases?
JO  - Violence against women
A1  - Moracco, Kathryn E.
A1  - Andersen, Kathryn
A1  - Buchanan, Rebecca M.
A1  - Espersen, Christina
A1  - Bowling, J. Michael
A1  - Duffy, Courtney
SP  - 1201
EP  - 1223
VL  - 16
IS  - 11
N2  - Domestic violence protective orders (DVPOs) are the nation's most widely used intimate partner violence (IPV)-related legal intervention, and there is emerging evidence that DVPOs are effective. However, little is known about DVPO defendants. We examined a population-based sample of male DVPO defendants. Most had previous IPV-related offenses, mental health issues, and alcohol and drug-use histories. Court personnel should be aware of the severity of violence plaintiffs are likely experiencing, and the potential danger posed by defendants, and ensure that expedited and appropriate protection is awarded. Concurrent treatment for substance abuse and mental health may enhance the effectiveness of DVPOs.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 1077-8012
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1077801210387036
ID  - ref1
ER  -