How do you reduce the rate of domestic violence. In France they've introduced a package of measures, including raising the age women can get married - from 15 to 18. This brings it to the same age as men - and is aimed to combat forced marriages. Tougher penalties for marital rape and assault will now be extended to partners and ex-partners. It will also be an offence to confiscate travel or identity documents to prevent a partner from leaving. And it will now be possible to bring theft charges against a spouse. There was no mention if the laws would extend to de-facto partnerships.
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