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Domestic abuse under Swiss law
Police, the law, crime, filing a complaint, evidence: these are the words that come to mind when abuse is finally exposed and the law steps in. This is often the first move towards breaking the cycle of abuse, but it can also be the beginning of a long journey. This episode focuses on the law in Switzerland and the different procedures involved, as well as the first steps to take if you are a victim of domestic abuse.
What does the law say? What can you expect if proceedings are initiated? How can you get help and protection? What can the police do?
These are the questions this episode aims to answer.
Meet the expert
Martine Lachat Clerc is the director of Solidarité Femmes Fribourg – centre LAVI. A lawyer by training, she has been working in the field of victim support since 2009. Solidarité femmes Fribourg is an association that helps women who are victims of all forms of abuse, as well as their children. Its three main activities are a 24/7 helpline, a women’s shelter and an outpatient counselling centre. The staff of the LAVI centre act as confidants and support victims through the various stages of the criminal justice process.
Credits
Production and visuals by Julia Guglielmetti for the Association VIOLENCE QUE FAIRE
Music: Valentin Perroud – Pylone -Bloom
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