Domestic Violence Emergencies

The West Virginia Coalition Against Domestic Violence provides these important tips:

If you are in immediate danger we urge you to dial 911.

If you need a referral to your closest Domestic Violence Program, you can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE twenty-four hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you are currently in an abusive relationship, be aware that your abuser can track what you've seen on the internet on your computer. Use a "safe" computer that your abuser cannot access, such as the public library or a trusted friend or family member.

Email is NOT a secure way to communicate with us because most email systems store sent emails that can be viewed later by your abuser.

For much more information and help from the Coalition Against Domestic Violence, you can go to their web site by clicking here: http://www.wvcadv.org

If you need legal assistance with a domestic violence situation, contact the LAWV office that serves your county. Click on your county on our county map to find out which LAWV office serves your county.