Latest "Domestic violence" stories

New DoD survey delves into the good and bad of military relationships

The DoD survey is part of a broader effort to identify when couples are most at risk for domestic abuse, and the impact.

By Karen Jowers

6 months ago

How bad is DoD’s domestic abuse problem? Unclear, thanks to data gaps, auditors say

DoD and the services have made progress in their response to domestic abuse, but need better visibility over cases and commanders' actions.

By Karen Jowers

2 years ago

Sarah Palin’s son, an Army veteran, once again arrested and charged with domestic violence assault

The Iraq war veteran who deployed with the 25th Infantry Division reportedly took the woman’s phone away to prevent her from contacting the police.

5 years ago

For the first time, domestic violence will be a crime under military law

Until now, those offenses were prosecuted under more general rules prohibiting assault and bad behavior.

By Leo Shane III

5 years ago

Lawmakers move to make domestic violence a crime under UCMJ

Under current military code, domestic violence crimes are prosecuted as assault cases, limiting how they are recorded for future law enforcement work.

By Leo Shane III

5 years ago

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