This article explains evidentiary abuse, a form of coercive control where abusers manipulate or interfere with evidence to gain advantage in legal cases. Learn how evidentiary abuse affects survivor credibility, why it matters in court, and how trauma-informed practices can help prevent injustice.

Many domestic violence victims later change their stories, not because the abuse didn’t happen, but because fear, dependency, and emotional bonds make it feel safer to withdraw. Understanding this response helps protect victims and preserve evidence safely.