The domestic violence distress ticket

Abstract

Introduction: violence in its various forms and the causes that drive it is examined, with emphasis on domestic violence, as a manifestation of power relations between men and women, which is often naturalized in society and does not distinguish age, ethnicity, social status, or gender identity. To protect victims of violence, legal tools have been developed at the national and international levels, and Ecuador's laws addressing violence against women and femicide are mentioned. Objectives: To establish criteria to determine whether the distress ballot should be maintained or revoked after an investigation of domestic violence has been completed. Methodology: The study is based on a qualitative approach and uses documentary research methods to analyze the relief ticket against domestic violence in Ecuador. It examines relevant legal provisions, treaties, and scientific works, as well as the principles and criteria applied in protection against domestic violence. Desk research provides valuable and diverse information to support analysis. Results: it is highlighted that domestic violence entails high social, economic, and personal costs for the victim and the family, and can generate physical, mental illnesses and even death. Rates of domestic violence in Ecuador have been on the rise, and the help ticket has become an important tool to protect people at risk of aggression. Documentary, statistical, legal, and jurisprudential research has been carried out, all with the aim of fulfilling the general objective of establishing criteria for determining whether the distress ballot should be maintained or revoked after an investigation of domestic violence has been completed. Conclusions: it is concluded that the State must guarantee the protection of people at risk of violence, and the approach of protection measures to prevent future acts of violence. General area of study: Law. Specific area of study: Family Law / Criminal Law.