Domestic Violence

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Legal Write-Ups

Domestic Violence and the Military

Explanation of military support to help service members and their loved ones when in a domestic violence situation.

Military Protective Orders and Civilian Order of Protection

Understand the differences between an MPO an a civilian Order of Protection, how to file for each, and which type of order may be the best fit for you.
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Helpful Online Resources

Family Advocacy Program

Military assistance program for those that have experienced domestic violence.
Visit: MilitaryOneSource.mil

Uniform Code of Military Justice

Military statutes that discuss domestic violence matters.
Visit: JSC.Defense.gov

AZCrimeVictimHelp

Legal information and resources for those that have been victims of crime.
Visit: AZCrimeVictimHelp.org
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Helplines

A confidential line for women who are veterans to learn about VA services and resources. The Call Center is available by phone or text Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. ET, and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. ET.
Call: 1-855-829-6636
Be put in touch with a family advocacy counselor to assist with things like housing relocation and obtaining a restraining order.
Call: 800-342-9647
A Department of Defense designated line for reporting suspicions of child abuse.  
Call: 877-790-1197
A 24/7 service that assists victims with finding safety and resources when in a domestic violence situation.
Call: 800-799-7233

This website has been prepared for general information purposes only. The information on this website is not legal advice. Legal advice is dependent upon the specific circumstances of each situation. Also, the law may vary from state-to-state or county-to-county, so that some information in this website may not be correct for your situation. Finally, the information contained on this website is not guaranteed to be up to date. Therefore, the information contained in this website cannot replace the advice of competent legal counsel licensed in your jurisdiction.

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