Family Division

The Family Division brings together four existing Department of Justice units: Child Support, Child Protection, Domestic Violence and Child Abuse, and Juvenile Delinquency and Truancy. Staff are being cross-trained to provide a full range of legal services to victims, families, and juvenile delinquents.

 
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 Victim Contact 

24-Hour Hotlines

Domestic Violence: 
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Child Abuse Hotline: Abriendo Puertas: 
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School Crimes

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

                 
 SPOTLIGHT  

  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. You will find information about identifying and combating domestic violence (en espanol) in our communities.


  Child Violence

Children are, unfortunately, targets of criminals throughout Delaware. 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. Learn about how the Delaware Department of Justice is committed to investigating and prosecuting those who would take advantage of our senior citizens.

  Judicial System Guide

Victims Guide & The 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