Most People In Manitoba Don’t Know This Law Exists

Most people in Manitoba don’t know this law exists.

It’s called Clare’s Law, and it allows someone to ask the police if their partner has a history of violence.

The law is named after Clare Wood, a woman in the UK who was killed by her ex-boyfriend in 2009. After her death, it came out that he had a long history of violence against women, something she didn’t know. Her family pushed for a law so people could ask those questions before it’s too late.

Manitoba now has its own version called The Disclosure to Protect Against Intimate Partner Violence Act.

Here’s the simple version of how it works:

• If you’re worried about someone you’re dating or in a relationship with, you can apply to the police to see if they have a history of violence.

• In some cases, police can warn someone if they believe they’re at risk, even if that person didn’t ask.

• The process also connects people with support and safety resources.

It doesn’t give you someone’s full criminal record. And it doesn’t solve everything. But it can give someone information that helps them make safer decisions.

Not many people know this exists, which is why I wanted to talk about it.

Watch the video to learn more about Clare’s Law in Manitoba and how it works.