The thesis addresses intimate partner homicides committed by women, focusing on the causes and characteristics of these acts. These crimes are rare and represent a small part of female criminality, which is otherwise minimal. The aim of the research was to identify key factors influencing sentencing decisions and to examine the impact of prior violence by the murdered partner as a possible mitigating circumstance in the imposition of criminal sanctions on the perpetrator. Empirical and theoretical findings, as well as cases from the District Court in Maribor, were analyzed. It was found that homicides committed by women often result from long-term abuse and violence, where women act within a defensive context as victims trying to protect themselves. From a sociological perspective, it is important to understand these acts within the broader context of power, gender inequality, and systemic violence against women.
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