Police Reports. A police report is one way to document the abuse and can be the first step toward filing criminal charges. You will be asked detailed questions about the incident and about any witnesses and the perpetrator. How do I file a police report? It's best to file as soon as possible after an incident. read more
Contact a domestic violence agency. Understanding what your loved one is going through, and knowing the resources available, will help you provide better support. You can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE for a referral to an agency in your area. read more
Tell her to report domestic abuse any time she sees it. Reach out to your friends, your family, teachers, doctors, clergy, anyone who will listen. The sooner you open up, the sooner you can reduce the national domestic violence numbers by one. read more