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PROTECTING FAMILIES
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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
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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.
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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. |
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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." |
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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.
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Victim Contact Information
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24-Hour Hotlines
Domestic Violence:
Rape Crisis Contact:
Mobile Crisis Unit:
Child Abuse Hotline:
Abriendo Puertas:
Northern Kent:
Kent/Sussex Counties:
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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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Last Updated: Friday, 19-Oct-2007 08:42:07 EDT
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