Domestic Violence

Main Cases

- When a spouse returns home intoxicated and yells or assaults without reason

- When breaking the door handle to reach a spouse who has locked themselves in a room

Temporary Measures <Special Act on the Punishment, etc. of Domestic Violence Crimes>

① Eviction from residence, etc.

② Prohibition of approach within 100m

③ Prohibition of contact via phone/email, etc.

Penalty for violation: Imprisonment for up to 1 year or fine of up to 10 million won

Domestic Protection Case

A system that imposes protective measures such as correction and treatment instead of criminal punishment for the perpetrator (no criminal record remains)

Child Abuse

Main Cases

Waking sleeping children to verbally abuse them or forcing them to pour and drink alcohol (→ Violation of the Child Welfare Act)

Temporary Measures <Special Act on the Punishment, etc. of Child Abuse Crimes>

① Eviction from residence, etc.

② Prohibition of approach within 100m

③ Prohibition of contact via phone/email, etc.

Penalty for violation: Imprisonment for up to 2 years or fine of up to 20 million won

Child Protection Case

A system that imposes protective measures such as correction and treatment instead of criminal punishment for the perpetrator (no criminal record remains)

Dating Violence

Main Cases

When a boyfriend suspects infidelity and snatches and breaks his girlfriend's mobile phone

Crimes Not Punishable Against the Victim's Will (Crimes that cannot be punished contrary to the victim's wishes)

O (Applicable): Assault, Threats, Defamation

X (Not applicable): Injury, Abuse, Confinement, Trespassing, Property Damage

In cases of crimes not punishable against the victim's will, the victim's intention to punish is very important.

Stalking

Main Cases

When an ex-partner continues to send messages, make calls, or visit home despite clear refusal (→ Violation of the Stalking Punishment Act)

Provisional Measures

① Prohibition of approach within 100m

② Prohibition of contact via phone/email, etc.

Support Systems

Victim Safety Measures

① Residence patrol

② Smartwatch provision

③ Private security

Shelter

Providing accommodation (a place to stay) for victim protection

Ansan City Hall 'Baro Hope Team' / Women's Emergency Hotline 1366

① Psychological counseling

② Welfare support

③ Legal counseling

④ Emergency shelter

Ansan Danwon Police Station Women and Youth Division