South African women are at risk of becoming victims of gun violence. Many blame this on criminals. But a national study found that more women (57%) were murdered by their husbands or boyfriends (called intimate femicide) than by strangers. Guns played a major role in these murders; guns were used in 17% of the cases seen.

The Domestic Violence Act of 1998 as amended (2021) compels the court to make an order for the removal of a gun/s where access to a gun is indicated – the order is included in Domestic Violence Protection Orders issued by the court. You can apply for a Domestic Violence Protection Order using the application form below.

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HOW TO: Stop guns in domestic violence

HOW TO: Have a gun removed from someone who should not have a gun

FORM: Domestic Violence Protection Order application form

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