Domestic Abuse, also called domestic violence or intimate partner violence, refers to incidents or patterns of controlling, coercive, threatening, violent, or abusive behavior. It occurs between individuals who are or have been intimate partners or family members.
Forms of abuse can include but are not limited to:
- Psychological/Emotional
- Physical
- Sexual
Financial key policies and agencies include:
- DoD Instruction (DoDI) 6400.06 – Domestic Abuse Involving DoD Military and Certain Affiliated Personnel (establishes definitions, reporting, and intervention requirements).
- Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) – Provides legal authority to address acts of violence, threats, or misconduct.
- Family Advocacy Program (FAP) – The DoD program responsible for prevention, identification, reporting, and treatment of domestic abuse and child abuse.
For more information on domestic abuse and/or the Family Advocacy Program, click HERE.