New court measures require domestic abuse to be formally recorded in criminal cases
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New court measures require domestic abuse to be formally recorded in criminal cases

2 hours ago · Originally published 5 Oct 2026 9/10 Original headline: Major court change comes into force today to help protect domestic abuse victims
Courts are now required to create a formal record when domestic abuse is a factor in an offence, ensuring this information is shared across the criminal justice system. This change aims to help police and probation services better identify repeat offenders and manage the risks they pose to victims.
Source: Chronicle Live National
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