Reluctant Witnesses in Violence Against Women in Relationships Cases - Addressing Barriers to Pro-Active System Involvement
April, 2002
Women who are physically and/or sexually battered and may be ambivalent about involvement in the criminal justice system. Responders may label these women “reluctant, resistant or hostile,” This backgrounder contains analysis of the factors that contribute to “reluctance” and potential strategies for addressing this issue. Includes discussion questions for coordination initiatives.