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Thu 01 Jan 2010'Psychological violence' to be offence
THE FRENCH government is considering the introduction of a law to punish those who repeatedly insult or threaten their spouse or partner.
The proposed law, which would make “psychological violence” a criminal offence, is aimed mainly at protecting women from threats and intimidation in the home. It would apply to husbands and wives, as well as cohabiting couples.
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