Category: Domestic violence

Quebec’s family law reform continues to be increasingly progressive and addresses important issues with respect to gender identity and sexual misconduct. This reform has garnered a significant amount of attention because of its major changes and its focus on advocacy.

Up until now, victims of sexual assault and domestic violence had their cases heard through the traditional justice system. In 2019, the wheels of reform were put into motion when an expert committee was formed to examine the current measures or lack thereof available.

Our justice system is making strides in the right direction when it comes to conjugal violence, by holding the perpetrators accountable for their actions.

Domestic violence covers all forms of violence which may occur in the home. This may include verbal, physical, financial, mental, and/or sexual abuse that a family member inflicts on another.