This article presents statistical data on violence against women perpetrated within the family environment and cases of death resulting from domestic violence. It also examines the national legal framework regarding the protection of children orphaned because of femicide. Opinions of experts on the consequences of children witnessing/experiencing femicide are discussed. Furthermore, examples of good practices from other countries regarding the regulation of femicide and the protection of children orphaned by femicide are provided. In conclusion, it is appreciated that eradicating violence against women does not necessarily require the criminalization of femicide as a separate legal concept, as the acts in question fall under the scope of the Penal Code in the context of homicide in general. Finally, recommendations are made to improve the legal framework in this matter.
