Court negotiates against Bulgarians: ill -treatment over seven years!

Court negotiates against Bulgarians: ill -treatment over seven years!

A 33-year-old Bulgarian is currently standing before the regional court of Eisenstadt due to its suspected abuse of his 38-year-old wife. The accused vehemently denies the allegations and claims that his wife had lied. According to her description, she had experienced at least five violent attacks per week over a period of seven years. These incidents include physical violence in the form of blows and kicks while lay defenseless on the ground. The injuries were inflicted in such a way that they were not visible under the clothing. The defendant expressed a lack of understanding of why he is on trial and explained that the woman had given false information about her family and origin in the past.

The case gained explosive by an incident on November 18, 2024 when the woman finally had to call the police. She reported on a dispute that resulted in a physical argument and a threat with a knife. The woman also stated that the accused had knocked her teeth out. However, the defendant decided this with the explanation that this was due to a lack of oral hygiene and an incident in which she had bitten a tooth.

process shift and social context

The process was postponed last week because the woman had not received the load because she had moved. Such delays throw a light on the challenges that victims of domestic violence often experience in legal procedures. As can be seen from the current statistics, domestic violence in Germany and other countries, including in Austria, are continuously increasing. Police crime statistics show that physical violence against the partner is one of the most common types of torture and is often not shown at all. The number of cases of cases is assessed as high, which underlines the importance of sensitization and support for those affected.

support for victims and legal measures

The Violence Protection Act (GEGSchG) offers legal means to support the victims, including bans in contact and approach. Judicial measures can be taken to protect victims from a potential act of violence. In addition, numerous state campaigns have the goal of encouraging the victims, taking advantage of help and contacting the police or the family court. Trained civil servants ensure that those affected are taken seriously and professionally looked after.

The allegations against the accused from Eisenstadt are an example of the challenges that victims of domestic violence experience in the legal system. The current situation of women illustrates the need for quick action and help to break through the cycles of violence. It remains to be hoped that the process will lead to a fair result and that the woman concerned receives the necessary support to escape from her predicament.