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Steps to Save a Life The first thing you must realize, is that you have a right
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IT IS A CRIME: For any person to cause you any physical injury or harm even if that person is a member of former member of your family or household. |
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TELL A POLICE OFFICER: |
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If you, your child or any other household member has been injured. |
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If you feel you are going to be in danger when the officer leaves your residence or at a later time. |
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YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO: |
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Ask the local prosecutor to file a criminal complaint against the person committing family violence. |
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Apply to a court for an order to protect you (you should consult a prosecuting attorney, or a private attorney). You cannot be charged a fee by a court in connection with filing, serving, or entering a protective order. |
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A COURT CAN ISSUE AN ORDER THAT: |
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Prohibits the abuser from committing further acts of violence; |
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Prohibits the abuser from threatening, harasing, or contacting you at home; |
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Directs the abuser to leave your household; |
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Establishes temporary custody of the children or any property. |
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A VIOLATION OF CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF COURT-ORDERED PROTECTION MAY BE A FELONY.BACK TO TOP |
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A safe place for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.
(830) 569-2001 or Toll Free (877) 569-2001
Last Update:
April 10, 2001
Copyright © 2001 Atascosa Family Crisis Center, Inc. All rights reserved. |
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