Coercive control, a form of domestic abuse, affects many people across the UK, with over 43,000 offences recorded by the police in England and Wales in the year ending March 2023. It encompasses a broad range of behaviours used to exert control over a victim, including physical, emotional, psychological or financial abuse. Coercive control often continues after a relationship ends, especially when children are involved, and may escalate during separation or divorce proceedings. Understanding how to prove coercive control in family court is essential. The courts can use a range of civil remedies to safeguard victims and prevent further harm. By recognising the signs of coercive control and gathering evidence, victims can take critical steps to protect themselves. Further reading: https://www.womensaid.org.uk/information-support/what-is-domestic-abuse/coercive-control/ What is coercive control? Refuge, the largest specialist domestic abuse organisation in the UK, describes coercive control as ‘an … Continue reading →