Domestic Violence Legal Advocacy supports a victim's attempt to end a violent relationship by gaining access to the criminal justice system. The goal is to decrease the incidence of domestic violence by facilitating the victims' access to and participation in the civil and criminal justice processes.

 

The Domestic Violence Legal Advocacy program allocates funding from the U.S. Department of Justice to pay for community-based domestic violence legal advocacy services in Washington's 39 counties.

 

Acting on behalf of victims of domestic violence and their children, legal advocates ensure their safety and rights are protected within the criminal justice and civil court systems. They assist victims with protection and anti-harassment orders; divorce and separation papers; child custody or visitation orders; and help victims get needed financial aid and social services.

 

 

CTED contracts with non-profit domestic violence programs across the state. This program supports services to more than 31,000 adults and children each year.

 

 

Office of Crime Victims Advocacy 
(800) 822-1067  Hotline
(866) 857-9889 Contractor Line