The dangerous unintended consequences of a domestic violence registry

Source: Orange County Register
by Jane Stoever

“This legislative session in California, there is considerable discussion about a state domestic violence registry, a publicly accessible, searchable list of those who have been convicted of domestic violence. While obviously well-intentioned, a registry of this kind would list many wrongfully charged and convicted abuse survivors. Such a registry would also likely decrease domestic violence reporting and keep survivors in abusive situations.” (02/11/26)

https://www.ocregister.com/2026/02/11/the-dangerous-unintended-consequences-of-a-domestic-violence-registry/