DV in Japan may constitute assault (Penal Code Art. 208), bodily injury (Art. 204), intimidation (Art. 222), sexual assault (Art. 177), or unlawful imprisonment (Art. 220). The DV Prevention Act Art. 10 provides protection orders: restraining order (6 months), eviction order (2 months), communication prohibition, and child approach prohibition. Violation carries up to 1 year imprisonment or ¥1M fine (Art. 29). Prerequisites: prior consultation with DV Support Center or police. Support systems include shelters, Legal Aid (Houterasu), and address non-disclosure under Resident Registry Act Art. 11-2.
Domestic Violence Criminal Procedures in Japan
Key Takeaways
- ✓Filing a police report and applying for a protection order can proceed simultaneously
- ✓Shelters are available through domestic violence consultation centers nationwide
- ✓Restraining orders last 6 months and can be extended
- ✓Restraining orders can also be sought to protect children
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