Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to consider the legal policies regarding the prevention of abuse and violence in Japan. To this end, we have analyzed Japanese legislation on child abuse, elder abuse, spousal violence and ill-treatment of persons with disabilities. What I wish to show in this paper are three things. Firstly, it is necessary to reconsider the legal structure regarding the prevention of abuse and violence from the point of view of the relief for victims. Secondly, it is necessary to build a cross-departmental support system for victims, and to review the care proceedings. Thirdly, it is necessary to introduce a rehabilitation program for offenders. This paper summarizes the presentation made at the symposium "A Comprehensive Study of Act on the Prevention of Abuse and Violence" at University of the Ryukyus in November, 2010.
