Request that the investigating officer or assistant district attorney assist in providing safety to you and your family. The officer can help you make arrangements to go to a domestic violence program, a family member's or a friend's home, or a similar place of safety. Request that the officer assist you in retrieving any necessary personal belongings from your home, such as clothing or medications.
Request that the officer assist in obtaining any necessary medical treatment for you and your children. Request a copy of any incident reports at no cost from the law enforcement agency.
The Family Protection and Domestic Violence Intervention Act of 1994 allows victims of domestic violence to receive assistance from their local law enforcement agencies and courts to ensure their safety. Legal Aid can help you obtaine a Protective Order. This order may also includes protection for your children.
