Domestic violence in Moldova: protection, support and statistics
Published by Avocat Expert · Republic of Moldova
Domestic violence may require immediate protection and legal assistance. This guide points to support, explains what information can help and distinguishes official recorded indicators.
30.10.2026
Safety and seeking help
Violence is not limited to physical injury: threats, intimidation, control and coercion can be relevant when assessing your situation. Responsibility rests with the person using violence. Contact police and specialist services to assess risk and protection needs; seek medical help when needed.
Information to prepare safely
You can report what happened without a complete file. Where keeping them is safe, record incident dates and preserve messages, medical records, report references and existing protection measures. Do not put yourself at risk to collect evidence or confront the abuser to obtain documents. Tell the authorities about children involved or breaches of protection measures.
Protection and legal assistance
Ask police and a lawyer about an emergency restraining order and a court protection order, depending on the circumstances and applicable rules. A lawyer can help prepare requests, organise information and provide representation. Ask CNAJGS about state-guaranteed legal aid; eligibility is assessed for the relevant procedure. Consider protection separately from divorce, child residence and property disputes. Negotiations should not expose you to pressure.
Official statistics: 2024 and 2025
| Indicator | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Information/reports to Police about problematic family relationships (INSP) | 15 976 | 23 727 |
| Domestic violence criminal cases, Article 201¹ (INSP) | 967 | 850 |
| Victims of recorded domestic violence offences (BNS) | 926 | 843 |
| Women’s share of these victims (BNS) | 70,5% | 69,4% |
Reports, criminal cases and individual victims are different units and cannot be added together or treated as equivalent. Administrative records do not measure every experience of violence in the population. Changes in recorded totals alone do not establish changes in actual prevalence.
Official sources
General information checked on 30 October 2026. The applicable law and steps depend on the circumstances.