Domestic Violence Laws and Penalties in Georgia

In the US, domestic violence has been a common challenge, affecting approximately 10 million people each year, according to the National Library of Medicine. Did you know that one in four women and one in nine men are victims of domestic violence?

Georgia’s family violence act or Georgia Code §§ 19-13-1 to 19-13-6, pertains to the definition of family violence and the crimes that may exist within a household or domestic relationship. This particular section of the act also contains information about protective orders. 

In this article, you will learn more about domestic violence laws and the potential penalties.