About Clare’s Law

Did you know Clare’s Law gives you the right to ask the police if someone you are going out with / dating, might pose a risk to you?

This scheme gives any member of the public the right to ask the police if their partner/someone they are going out with/dating may pose a risk to them. It is often called ‘Clare’s Law’ after the landmark case that led to it.

This scheme also allows a member of the public to make an enquiry into the partner of a close friend or family member.

Please note: The Clare’s Law (DVDS) scheme does not replace: CRB (Criminal Record Bureau) Checks, DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks, subject access requests or FOI requests.

Formally known as the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme, Clare’s Law came into being after the horrific killing of mum Clare Wood in 2009 after her friends and family were shocked to discover that the killer had a history of violence against women.

To request information under Clare’s Law, visit your local Police website and search for ‘request information under Clare’s Law‘.

This information is not for reporting domestic abuse. If you need to do that, please report a crime. 

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