Domestic Violence Response

Domestic Violence Response - A Guide for California Peace Officers: is directed specifically at the first responder - the cop on the street. There is much to consider when dealing with the domestic violence victim . . . the abuser . . . the children. Peace officers must ask themselves, "Do I really know what I must do?" This book provides: Practical tools officers can use - today A quick reference guide of domestic violence crimes Samples of useful forms for domestic violence investigations An in-depth review of domestic violence crimes and authorities Tips to help the individual officer with curtailing domestic violence Information and procedures to increase service of court restraining orders Motivation for officers to carry out their duties to protect victims and themselves