Divorce and Domestic Violence

How does DV affect divorce? DV doesn't prevent you from being granted a divorce in no-fault states, but heavily impacts child custody, spousal support, and asset division. Courts prioritize victim protection.

In California the state expanded definitions beyond physical abuse to include "coercive control"—financial manipulation, isolation tactics, and reproductive coercion—reflecting modern understanding of psychological warfare in relationships.(link)

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