by Martine Wernsen | Jun 3, 2020
Stalking is a deliberate and structural harassment of a person, as a result of which that person feels his or her freedom and safety have been compromised. This can also be done by telephone or via the internet. Stalking is a crime. Since 2000, the Netherlands has had...
by Martine Wernsen | Jun 3, 2020
The term ‘domestic violence’ refers to the relationship between perpetrator and victim. Domestic violence involves physical, sexual and psychological forms of violence. Various forms of domestic violence It can include: child abuse, elder abuse,...
by Martine Wernsen | mei 5, 2020
This is a special kind of restraining order. The Dutch word ‘huisverbod’, means that one is not allowed into his or hers own home. This is decided by the mayor of the city, based on police repports. This restraining order lasts for a period of 10 days, but...
