Is emotional abuse a criminal act?

What forms of emotional abuse are covered under the criminal code? Emotional abuse is a pretty wide term. The criminal law doesn't prohibit people from being rude, insulting and disrespectful to one another. read more

Emotional abuse is relevant if it poses a threat to a woman. If in her police statement, she gave additional information beyond the physical assault, such as a history of alcohol or drug use as a factor, or emotional abuse, then it is relevant for consideration by the Crown in the bail court. read more

Certain types of emotional abuse within a domestic living arrangement could be sufficient cause for a restraining order, and violating a restraining order is a criminal offense. On the other hand, while emotional abuse of a child is technically sufficient for a child to be removed from the home, this would not typically result in criminal charges by itself. read more

Criminal Emotional Abuse Laws Although it was not always considered a crime, more and more states have criminalized emotional abuse. Most of these laws are included under statutes prohibiting domestic violence and abuse, child abuse, and elder abuse. read more