. Why is the ICD still allowing exemptions with regard to the SAPS in terms of the DVA? The Domestic Violence Act and the National Instruction on the DVA stipulate the procedure in dealing with non-compliance cases. In short, the police are required to take disciplinary action against any non-compliant member or, in instances where they believe there are no valid reasons for non-compliance in applications to the ICD for exemption from prosecution. The ICD, in turn, can exempt members in instances where a valid explanation for non-compliance is offered. In order for the ICD to consider an application for exemption, the relevant documentation, such as affidavits, should be attached to the application. In other words, it is not the ICD, but legislation that provides for the exemption of police officers where a valid explanation for non-compliance is offered. . How do you raise awareness of the ICD in rural and urban areas?