Recording domestic violence incidents may lead to higher conviction rates

Embargoed until: Publicly released: 2023-08-16 03:00

Australia; NSW

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***This media release contains information some readers may find distressing as it refers to data about domestic violence. If you or anyone you know needs help, support is available now. Call 1800RESPECT to speak to the National Domestic Family and Sexual Violence Counselling Service.***

Australian research has found domestic violence cases with pre-recorded evidence are 3.4% more likely to result in a conviction. The team says this increase comes through three channels: a 5.6% increase in the probability of a conviction among the one in four cases that proceed to a defended hearing; a 2.4% increase in the probability of a guilty plea; and a 2.4% decrease in the probability that the prosecution withdraws their case.