In Uzbekistan, courts are expected not to set a reconciliation period at the request of a person who has suffered from domestic violence when considering divorce cases. This is discussed in the draft law that was debated at the Senate Committee. More on this topic.
It was noted that on February 11, a meeting of the Senate's Committee on Youth, Women, Culture, and Sports took place. It was attended by senators, officials from ministries and departments, experts, as well as representatives from local commissions and members of the Youth Parliament from various regions.
The meeting discussed the law "On making amendments and additions to some legislative acts of the Republic of Uzbekistan in connection with the improvement of the system of support for families and women".
The law introduces changes and additions to the Family Code, the Housing Code, as well as the law "On guarantees of equal rights and opportunities for women and men".
The draft document includes provisions aimed at further protecting the rights of those who have suffered from domestic violence and preventing the recurrence of such cases.
Specifically, when considering divorce cases, it is being established that the court shall not set a reconciliation period at the request of a person who has suffered from domestic violence.
Failure to timely resolve divorce issues in some cases leads to tragic outcomes, such as women committing suicide or untimely death, according to the committee's report.
It is emphasized that the implementation of this norm will prevent serious crimes in families where there are ongoing cases of pressure and violence.
In addition, the law introduces an addition to the Housing Code, which allows, based on the agreement of the parties and at the initiative of the property owner, to include a party in other dwelling premises with conditions proportionate to the owned premises or impose the obligation to pay rent for the leased dwelling on the property owner when considering disputes about the use of dwelling space.
