Overview

• Domestic violence cases in Germany rose to over 266,000 in 2024, a 4% increase from 2023, with two-thirds of victims being women.
• Perpetrators are primarily partners, ex-partners, or family members, with offenses ranging from assault and stalking to rape and homicide.
• The federal coalition under Chancellor Friedrich Merz has tasked the Justice Ministry with drafting a unified regulation for GPS-based ankle monitors.
• While states like Hessen and Sachsen already use electronic monitors, Niedersachsen plans to implement similar measures soon, highlighting regional disparities in current policies.
• Advocacy groups stress that ankle monitors must complement expanded support systems, including shelters and counseling services, to address the issue comprehensively.