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Another case of domestic violence was recorded in Tashkent. A man assaulted his wife for trying to take their child to the doctor, and shockingly, this was not the first time he had been physically abusive. The court’s verdict left many surprised — only five days of arrest.
This story was brought to light by the anti-violence project “Nemolchi.uz.”
The incident occurred on the morning of September 27. The woman, wanting to take her child to the hospital, asked her mother-in-law for permission. Her husband overheard the conversation, immediately started yelling, and then escalated to physical violence by grabbing his wife by the throat and choking her.
At the court hearing, the victim revealed that this was not the first time her husband had resorted to violence. She expressed her determination to seek justice and asked the court to apply the full force of the law against him, as she could no longer tolerate the abuse.
The forensic medical examination classified the woman’s injuries as minor and not life-threatening. During the trial, the husband denied his guilt, claiming that he never laid a hand on his wife.
Despite his denial, on October 7, the Chilanzar District Court for Criminal Cases found him guilty under Part 2 of Article 59-2 of the Administrative Code (domestic violence). His punishment was a mere five days of administrative arrest.
This verdict sparked outrage on social media. Many are asking: is this punishment sufficient for someone who repeatedly assaults his wife? Why does domestic violence continue to be so underestimated in a society where many women suffer at the hands of their partners?
This case once again highlights the serious issue of domestic violence and the need to reassess how such offenses are handled. Women who seek help should feel supported by the law, not left defenseless against their abusers.
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