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Attorney General

PROTECTING FAMILIES

On October 12, 2007, Attorney General Biden marked two important related events by recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness month and announcing the creation of the Family Division of the Delaware Department of Justice. This new Division is focused on protecting Delaware's families by securing justice for victims of domestic violence, and is responsible for handling cases involving child protection, child support, and juvenile delinquency and truancy.

Press Release

Domestic Violence
According to the F.B.I., one out of every two women in America will be in an abusive relationship during her lifetime. Click here for information about identifying and combating domestic violence in our communities. Click here for more on violence against women.

Violence Against Children
Children are, unfortunately, targets of criminals throughout Delaware. Click here for information for parents, children of all ages, and caring adults on ways to protect children in Delaware.

Violence Against The Elderly
Delaware's seniors are too often the victims of physical and financial exploitation. Click Here to learn about how the Delaware Department of Justice is committed to investigating and prosecuting those who would take advantage of our senior citizens."

Related:

Judicial System
Many victims of crime suffer from distress and confusion after victimization. The Delaware Victim's Bill of Rights and the Delaware Department of Justice, Courts, and other state agencies provide protections and help victims work through the criminal justice system. Check out this section for more information on the judicial system

Victim Contact Information

Victim Contact Information

24-Hour Hotlines

Domestic Violence:
Rape Crisis Contact:
Mobile Crisis Unit:
Child Abuse Hotline: Abriendo Puertas:
Northern Kent:
Kent/Sussex Counties:

302-762-6110 800-262-9800 800-652-2929 800-292-9582 302-745-9874 302-678-3886 302-422-8058

Full Victim Contact List