Steps To Safety
PROTECT YOURSELF & YOUR LOVED ONES
You or your loved one don't deserve to be beaten, no matter what an abuser may tell you. The following steps may help save your life or save the life of your loved one. Learn these steps so you can become empowered to save a life today. Our services are always confidential. Contact us today!
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Steps to Save a Life
IT IS A CRIME:
- For anyone to injure or harm you, including family members, current or former dating partners, or anyone who has or is living with you.
YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO:
- Ask the investigating officer to file criminal charges against the person committing the abuse.
- Apply for a Protective Order. Through a Protective Order the court can order that:
- The abuser cannot commit further acts of violence.
- The abuser cannot threaten or harass you, your property, or other household members.
- The abuser cannot go near your home or place of work.
- You have a right to report any violations of a protective order. Violating a Protective Order may be a felony.
- This Notice is not a Protective Order.
- Apply for Crime Victims Compensation. This is a program that may reimburse you for costs related to this crime.
IF YOU HAVE BEEN SEXUALLY ASSAULTED YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO:
- Choose to file a police report or not.
- Privacy: You can file a report as Jane Doe. You can have your address and phone number kept out of all files related to the case.
- You have the right to a sexual assault exam whether you report to law enforcement or not, if you:
- Are at least 18 years old.
- Arrive at a medical facility within 120 hours (5 days) of the assault, and consent to the exam.
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