Tougher Law Targets Domestic Violence
Excerpts from the above-referenced article published in today's Spartanburg Herald-Journal:
- South Carolina ranks sixth in the nation for women killed by men.
- Changes in the South Carolina' criminal domestic violence law include tougher penalties for offenders and additional training for judges.
- The penalty for a first offense has been increased to a maximum fine of $2,500 or 30 days in jail from a $500 fine or 30 days in jail.
- Many counties have used federal grants to hire special investigators to handle cases involving violence against women.
- While no one thinks the changes will cure domestic violence, some hope the increased penalties will make offenders think twice before abusing anyone.
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