Summary Criminology Unit 1: AC 2.1 write up model answer

Summary Criminology Unit 1: AC 2.1 write up model answer Clare's Law - CORRECT ANSWER-The Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (DVDS) is often called Clare's law after the landmark case that led to it. Clare's law gives any member of the public the right to ask the police if their partner may pose a risk to them. Heavily campaigned by her father. Her father said he thought she would still be alive if she knew about her ex-partners domestic behaviour. Local radio hosts, politicians and magazines supported the campaign. Hazel Blears (the local MP) arranged a parliamentary launch of Clare's law campaign. Domestic violence charities also supported the campaign: Pilot scheme in Greater Manchester, Nottinghamshire, Wiltshire and Gwent. Successful 14 month pilot (100 people saved). Laws extended from March 2014 and it rolled out on National Women's day. Helen's Law - CORRECT ANSWER-Helens law petitions for: Denying parole to murderers for as long as they refuse to