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Using the Law to Help You
In an Emergency
Protection at Home
Protection Outside Home
Make Your Family Safer
Safer at Work

In an Emergency

If you are at home and you are being threatened or attacked:

• Stay away from the kitchen (the abuser can find weapons such as knives to harm you).
• Stay away from bathrooms or closets where the abuser can trap you.
• Get to a room with a door or window to escape.
• Call 911 right away.
• Identify a neighbor or friend you can go to for help.
• When police officers arrive, tell them what happened in detail. Get names and badge numbers.
• Get medical help if you're hurt in any way.
• Take pictures of bruises or injuries; document how you received the injury.
• Call a domestic violence program for help in making a safety plan.