MAN JAILED AFTER SIX-YEAR CAMPAIGN OF VIOLENCE AND COERCIVE CONTROL
A man from Louth has received a prison term of three years and five months along with a decade-long restraining order after being convicted of multiple offences involving violence and coercive control.Michael Law, aged 42 and resident of New Bridge Lane, Covenham St Mary, Louth, changed his plea from not guilty to guilty during a hearing held on 13 October.
He admitted to charges including repeated controlling and coercive behavior, actual bodily harm assault, and two counts of intentional strangulation.
His abusive conduct included assaulting and threatening his partner, hurling glasses at her, verbally insulting her in highly personal terms, restricting her access to a bank account, dictating her choice of clothing and makeup, damaging her clothes, and preventing her from dyeing her hair.
The victim endured a lengthy period of abuse stretching from January 1, 2018, until February 15, 2024.
Inspector Rhys Cordy from East Lindsey’s Response Investigation Team commented: "This sentencing marks the conclusion of a deeply distressing investigation into a sustained campaign of violence and coercive control.
The offences committed were not isolated incidents, but part of a deliberate and persistent pattern of behaviour designed to instil fear, exert dominance, and strip the victim of their autonomy.
Throughout the investigation, the courage shown by the victim in coming forward and supporting the case has been commendable.
Their testimony was vital in securing justice and ensuring the offender is held accountable.
The sentence reflects the seriousness of these offences and sends a clear message that controlling and violent behaviour will not be tolerated.
We remain committed to supporting victims of abuse and continue to work tirelessly to bring perpetrators to justice." Law was sentenced at Lincoln Crown Court on 16 October.
