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§2000: Definitions

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(a) Rules of Construction. The following rules of construction apply to the regulations contained in this division, except as otherwise noted:

(b) Definitions. For the purpose of the regulations contained in this division the following words shall have the following meanings:

(8) Battered Woman Syndrome. Evidence of the effects of physical, emotional, or mental abuse upon the beliefs, perceptions, or behavior of victims of domestic violence where it appears the criminal behavior was the result of that victimization.