The Minneapolis Domestic Violence Experiment

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The Minneapolis Domestic Violence Experiment (MDVE) stands as a significant study that examined how domestic violence offenders respond to different police interventions. Through random assignment, three responses were tested: arrest, mediation, and separation. The findings demonstrated that arrest proved to be the most effective deterrent against future violence. As a result, many states and police departments have adopted pro-arrest or mandatory arrest policies for domestic violence cases. Despite its initial success, the effectiveness of the MDVE has been called into question by subsequent research, which has yielded mixed or even contradictory findings. Some scholars contend that contextual factors, such as the high conviction rate and low unemployment rate in Minneapolis at the time, may have influenced the program's outcomes. Others have suggested that the impact of arrest may differ depending on the offender's employment status, marital status, and criminal history. Consequently, police should adopt a customized and adaptable approach to domestic violence calls that takes into account the unique circumstances and requirements of each situation, rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all strategy. Enhancing their response to domestic violence calls is crucial for police to prevent future incidents. Here are three measures they can take: Risk Assessment: Using standardized tools such as the Ontario Domestic Assault Risk Assessment (ODARA) to evaluate the level of danger and risk faced by victims. This helps police make informed decisions about bail, supervision, and treatment. Victim Support: Prioritizing emotional support, information, and resources for victims. For example, the Domestic Violence Emergency Response System (DVERS) connects victims with a 24-hour hotline and a wireless device that can alert police in emergencies. Offender Accountability: Holding offenders accountable for their actions and monitoring their compliance with court orders and treatment programs. The Spousal Assault Risk Assessment (SARA) helps police evaluate the risk of reoffending and the need for supervision and intervention. By ensuring offender accountability, police can reduce the likelihood of future domestic violence incidents. Hilton NZ, Harris GT, Rice ME, Lang C, Cormier CA, Lines KJ. A brief actuarial assessment for the prediction of wife assault recidivism: the Ontario domestic assault risk assessment. Psychol Assess. 2004 Sep;16(3):267-75. doi: 10.1037/1040- 3590.16.3.267. Erratum in: Psychol Assess. 2005 Jun;17(2):131. PMID: 15456382. A brief actuarial assessment for the prediction of wife assault recidivism: the Ontario domestic assault risk assessment - PubMed (nih.gov) Neil Websdale & Byron Johnson (1997) The policing of domestic violence in rural and urban areas: The voices of battered women in Kentucky, Policing and Society, 6:4, 297-317, DOI: 10.1080/10439463.1997.9964759 Citation Manager | Taylor & Francis Online (tandfonline.com)
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