Strict measures will be taken against those who engage in public acts of jealousy-fueled violence.
American law prohibits physical assault, except in the sole case of self-defense when attacked. As for assault related to jealousy or any other reason, it will be treated the same way...
In the United States, family law is very strict, with detailed regulations regarding divorce, property division, child support, and even spousal support after divorce. Some states even consider adultery a punishable crime, punishable by fines, dismissal from work, and imprisonment. In reality, few people are punished in this way because the betrayed party usually initiates the divorce proceedings.
When a couple separates, women are usually given priority in raising the children, while the man is responsible for child support. If the ex-husband fails to send child support payments monthly, the woman has the right to report him to the police. The non-paying party will then have their salary deducted at their workplace. Repeated delays can lead to imprisonment.
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American law does not permit physical assault, including assault stemming from jealousy. |
In the US, if a divorce leaves one person without enough money to live at the same standard of living as before, the other spouse (who has more money) will have to provide financial support to their ex-spouse for a period of time, usually several years.
The purpose of this is to allow the less financially independent spouse in the marriage the opportunity to find employment and become self-reliant. Those who commit adultery and are divorced will not receive alimony from their ex-spouse. This is also a way to punish infidelity.
As for assault, whether it's due to jealousy or something else, it will be punished the same way; assault is still assault. American law does not permit assault, except in the sole case of self-defense when attacked. Only this way can we prevent the terrible consequences of violence stemming from jealousy.
Even if the mistress intentionally intrudes into their marriage, the act of revenge only spreads violence. Furthermore, in other cases, where the third party is deceived by the unfaithful husband, the habit of "revenge" becomes a social concern.
Adultery is a complex issue. As society progresses, the way it's handled becomes more civilized. Using the law to condemn adultery and punish the adulterer during divorce proceedings is necessary. On the other hand, resorting to violence only exacerbates the situation, resolving nothing but wounds, and most importantly, causing the suffering of the children.
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| Acts of revenge, regardless of the reason or circumstances, are illegal acts. |
Jealousy-fueled violence has long been a part of Vietnamese culture, and this offensive act has even been depicted in Dong Ho folk paintings, one of the well-known cultural heritages. Over time, many positive customs have been passed down through generations, while numerous outdated traditions have been eradicated.
Unfortunately, however, the custom of revenge for infidelity has not diminished but has become more prevalent and distorted to a serious degree.
The sensationalized cases of domestic violence reported in the media all share one thing in common: their brutality. Beating and humiliating others by stripping them naked or using bodily fluids to terrorize them are extremely cruel methods. When these methods are used to resolve marital disputes, the result is the destruction of families.
On the other hand, few people know the reasons behind these incidents of jealousy-fueled violence. It could be that the husband is having an affair, and the mistress, even knowing she's the third party, still pursues the relationship; it could be for financial gain, or it could be blind love.
The law provides for penalties for adultery, and also has laws regarding intentional infliction of injury and humiliation of others. Cases of revenge attacks, regardless of the reason or circumstances, are illegal acts.
Unfortunately, Vietnamese law does not provide detailed regulations on this matter, coupled with the thuggish behavior of many women... making revenge against infidelity a common "self-justice" method for many.
According to VNE




