The problem of criminal responsibility for domestic violence in Ukraine

Abstract

The problem of domestic violence has always been relevant and widespread for Ukrainian society. Numerous cases of domestic violence prompted the legislator to criminalize this act, as evidenced by the amendments to the Criminal Code of Ukraine dated December 6, 2017, and to make legislative changes to a number of regulations on protection against manifestations of domestic violence. The world community rapidly protects human rights, its honor and dignity, gender equality and respect for human freedoms, forming a number of inviolable values in society. The life of Ukrainian citizens changed radically with the beginning of a full-scale war in our country. The article analyzes official statistics, which show that domestic violence in Ukraine during the martial law has not lost its relevance, there is no doubt about the prevalence of this problem in society. We assume that the armed conflict can exacerbate the problem of violence, since aggression, a change in the usual rhythm of life, the need to adapt to new circumstances, a constant threat can be factors that influence the perpetration of domestic violence. This indicates an urgent need to develop effective mechanisms for combating these criminal offenses. We need to change the mental perception of domestic violence in our society. Unfortunately, domestic violence is a criminal offense characterized by high latency. Victims of the specified criminal offenses are often ashamed to report the fact that violence has been committed against them or other persons. Changing the perception of domestic violence by victims and society as a whole is extremely important for overcoming this type of crime. There is no shame in reporting domestic violence, it is not a secret that is intimate in the life of a family or an individual. Failure to report domestic violence is a cover for violent criminals.