A new domestic abuse sentencing guideline has been published, giving courts up to date guidance that emphasises the seriousness of this kind of offending.
The guideline identifies the principles relevant to the sentencing of cases involving domestic abuse, outlines how the seriousness of offences should be assessed and highlights other factors that should be taken into account.
Read the new sentencing guidelines here.
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