Domestic violence affects individuals and families across all backgrounds including foreign nationals living in China. Chinese law provides comprehensive protection mechanisms that foreign victims can access.

Protection Orders Under Chinese Law

China Anti-Domestic Violence Law effective March 2016 empowers courts to issue personal safety protection orders PSPOs including prohibitions against the abuser approaching the victim orders to vacate shared residence and temporary custody arrangements.

• 🛡️ Personal Safety Protection Orders Emergency relief within 72 hours 24 hours for urgent cases valid up to 6 months renewable.
• ⚖️ Evidence Collection Police reports medical records photographs witness statements electronic communications.
• 📋 Multi-Agency Coordination Working with police womens federations community mediation social services.

Divorce and Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is a statutory ground for divorce without the standard 6-month cooling-off period. Victim spouses may claim damages under Article 1091 of the Civil Code including both actual and emotional distress damages.

Article 1091 of the Civil Code provides that a spouse who commits domestic violence may be ordered to pay damages to the injured spouse.

Child Custody Considerations

History of domestic violence is a significant negative factor in custody determinations. Courts prioritize child safety with supervised visitation and court-imposed conditions on parental access.

Cross-Border Issues

Binational cases involve international child abduction prevention custody disputes across borders recognition of foreign divorce judgments and prenuptial agreements for international couples.

Consult a Jiangxi Family Lawyer

If you are experiencing domestic violence in Jiangxi immediate legal protection is available. Contact Sihan Liang for confidential assistance.