Domestic Violence Awareness

Facts on Domestic Violence:
A woman is battered every 8 seconds.
Domestic violence occurs among all races and socioeconomic groups
In 50 percent of spouse-abusing families, the children are also battered
Almost 4 million American women were physically abused by their partner last year alone and the numbers are rising.
25 percent of all female victims of domestic violence are beaten when they are pregnant
Women who leave their batterers are at 75% greater risk of being killed by their batterers than those who stay.

Resources:
Obtaining Protective Orders: In Clark County the Protective Order Office is located at 601 N Pecos Rm 54 or you may call 455-3400. They may also be available through the law enforcement agency in your area or county.

Victim Services: Assistance to victims can be obtained through law enforcement agencies, District Attorney office’s, and other Victim’s Rights organizations.