Prevention of violence: Legal relevance of the principle of immediate intervention in Law N.º 30364

Abstract

The research studies the relevance of the principle of immediate intervention in the prevention and eradication of violence against women and family members. Using a qualitative approach, which included a review of legislation, doctrine, and case law, it examined its effectiveness as a rapid response mechanism for both the judiciary and the police in situations of violence, in order to guarantee the physical and emotional integrity of victims, as well as their recovery through psychological treatment aimed at overcoming the trauma caused by the aggression. Contributions were made by two experts, a lawyer and a prosecutor with experience in court cases, who stated that, in practice, the competent authorities take swift protective action in situations of risk to prevent the conflict from escalating. Both agreed that the application of this principle has had a positive impact on the handling of cases; however, they stressed that its actual effectiveness depends on structural factors, institutional will, training, and available resources. The results show that prompt and timely judicial and police intervention to protect victims guarantees their right to a life free of violence. In conclusion, streamlining the processing of complaints and the implementation of protective measures, such as restraining orders or removal from the home through custody proceedings, helps prevent further episodes of gender-based and domestic violence.