Perceptions on Dismissal of Domestic Violence and Threat Charges
1.
How important is it to consider charges of domestic violence and threats, even if they were dismissed, when evaluating someone's character?
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
2.
Should dismissed charges of domestic violence and threats be taken into account when someone holds a position of public trust?
Yes, always
Yes, in certain cases
No, never
3.
What are your thoughts on the reasons why charges related to domestic violence and threats might be dismissed?
4.
Do you think that a person with dismissed charges of domestic violence and threats should undergo additional scrutiny before being allowed to hold a public office?
Yes
No
Depends on the circumstances
5.
Select all the factors that should be considered when evaluating dismissed charges of domestic violence and threats. (Select all that apply)
Severity of the alleged incident
Evidence available
Behavioral patterns
Position of public trust
Witness cooperation
Legal thresholds
6.
How often do you believe dismissed charges of domestic violence and threats indicate a pattern of troubling behavior?
Always
Often
Sometimes
Rarely
Never
7.
In your opinion, what measures should be taken to ensure that individuals with dismissed charges of domestic violence and threats are fairly evaluated?
8.
Should there be a formal review process for individuals with dismissed charges of domestic violence and threats before they can serve in public roles?
Yes
No
Not Sure
9.
Please share any additional thoughts or experiences related to the dismissal of charges for domestic violence and threats.
10.
Do you have any suggestions for improving the handling of cases involving dismissed charges of domestic violence and threats?
11.
Age
Under 18
18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65+
12.
What is your gender identity? (Select all that apply)
Woman
Man
Non-binary / Third gender
Two-Spirit
Transgender
Prefer not to say
13.
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Did not attend school
1st grade
2nd grade
3rd grade
4th grade
5th grade
6th grade
7th grade
8th grade
9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
Graduated from high school
1 year of college
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3 years of college
Graduated from college
Some graduate school
Completed graduate school
14.
Which of the following categories best describes your employment status?
Employed, working full-time
Employed, working part-time
Not employed, looking for work
Not employed, NOT looking for work
Retired
Disabled, not able to work
15.
What is your race or ethnicity?
Asian
Black or African American
Hispanic or Latino
Middle Eastern or North African
Multiracial or Multiethnic
Native American or Alaska Native
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
White
Another race or ethnicity, please describe below
Self-describe below: