[conserv13]

You are right but spousal abuse hurts someone directly, and of course should be a crime.

I am not sure that two people who love each other and want to show that love by getting married should not be allowed.

[escapefromboston]

Yes it hurts someone directly but the woman chooses to stay with the guy who beats her.
Though now that I think about it, if the woman doesn't press charges I guess the guy doesn't go to jail. I think. (I am not really sure)