A non-molestation order is a free family court order that stops someone you are connected to from abusing, harassing or threatening you. Who can apply, how to apply…
Category: Self-protection & the law
Clare’s Law: what it is and how to apply (UK guide)
Clare’s Law lets you ask the police whether a partner has a history of domestic abuse. Who can apply, how it works step by step, how long it…
What to do if someone is stalking you in the UK: step by step
Stalking is a crime in every UK nation. How to recognise the pattern, keep evidence, report it and get protection, with the latest official figures and helpline numbers.
Is catcalling illegal in the UK? Street harassment law explained
Since 1 April 2026, intentionally harassing someone in public because of their sex is a specific crime in England and Wales, with up to two years in prison.…
What can you legally carry for self-defence in the UK?
A personal alarm is legal. Pepper spray, CS spray and stun guns are prohibited weapons. Carrying anything “for self-defence” can make it an offensive weapon. What the law…