Acesdv Legal Advocacy Hotline

The Sexual and Family Violence Hotline and Chat provide support, information and recommendations on sexual and family violence, help navigating the legal system, and financial support. What you can expect in a shelterEach refuge is different, but generally you can expect: • Shelters are free, there are no living expenses. • Most accommodations have a shared kitchen, common areas and a bathroom. • If you have children, you will probably all share a room. • If you are alone, you may need to share a room. • You are responsible for taking care of your own children. • All shelters must accommodate service animals. However, most shelters cannot accept pets. They will work with you to make arrangements for your pets to be cared for elsewhere. • The accommodation has a launderette and towels (sheets, towels and blankets).

• They usually have emergency food, clothing and toiletries available for the first few days of a stay. • You will be asked to respect the privacy of other residents by not discussing their name or situation with others. • Animal shelters are concerned about everyone`s safety, so you may be asked to keep the location a secret location. • Visitors are generally not allowed. Some shelters: • Allow them to bring their pets. You have computers that you can use to check your emails and access online resources. • Offer free mobile phones for 911 calls only. • Before you call a shelter, think about the things that worry you the most. Ask for all the details you need to feel as comfortable as possible in your important decisions. What to expect when you call a lawyer • Services are offered for free • Lawyers are not lawyers and cannot provide legal advice. Lawyers can offer a range of services that may include: • Court accompaniment • Help filling out documents • Help understanding civil or criminal procedure • Describe or prioritize available legal options • Inform about what is actually happening in court • Prepare a hearing or court case and provide pre-trial assistance during and after • Referral to a low-cost court or free Lawyers The Sexual and Domestic Violence Helpline and Chat provide information and answer questions about sexual and domestic violence services in Arizona, including the legal system, your legal rights, resources and recommendations, and safety planning. Legal representation.

Most programs provide information on protection orders and other civil matters. Most don`t offer legal advice, but they can refer you to free or low-cost lawyers. If you prefer, you can email us directly at info@acesdv.org to be contacted by one of our employees. In this section you will find information, publications and resources on legal issues and areas of federal and state law. Some were created by the ACESDV Legal Committee for lawyers, survivors and professionals. Information is available to help you understand our legal system, but is not intended to suggest legal advice. If you would like to speak to a victim services specialist, you can contact our Sexual and Domestic Violence Helpline at 1 (800) 782-6400 or via our chat. PRESS RELEASE For immediate release 16 September 2022 2700 N. Central Ave, Suite 1100 Phoenix, AZ 85004 602-279-2900 / 1-800-782-6400 media@acesdv.org ARIZONA PROTECTION ORDER EXTENDED EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 […] (602) 279-2980 Online Chat: www.acesdv.org/helpline.

Child Abuse and Safety Division (formerly CPS) What is child abuse? Where to report 1 (888) 767-2445 Mandatory Report ARS 13-3620: Reporting Child Abuse Visit the Ministry of Child Safety (HCD) website If you have a complaint about the DCS Child Protective Services Decision Chart Process Flowchart Process Diagram Dependency Manual Audience Descriptions A.R.S. Tile 8 Chapter 4: Child Safety Division The hotline and chat are available Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Open at 12 a.m. Download the publications and resources created by ACESDV for advocates, survivors and professionals. Most are available for free. Please check regularly that we continue to expand the resources we offer. govt.westlaw.com/azrules/Browse/Home/Arizona/ArizonaCourtRules/ArizonaStatutesCourtRules?guid=NB4DED0E0679D11DCA204A4EECBB71484&transitionType=CategoryPageItem&contextData= (sc. Default) National Center on Protection Orders and Full Faith and Credit Immigration U Nonimmigrant Visa: For Some Crime Victims T Nonimmigrant Visa: For Victims of Human Trafficking VAWA Self-Petitions for Battered Spouse U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivées (DACA) Download the ADOT policy change for driver`s licenses for deferred actions. Click here to find a forensic examination center in Arizona.

Type of Information and Support for Appellants: Arizona Protection Orders Protection Order Rules of Procedure All Arizona Jurisdictions (Superior, Judicial, and Municipal) ARS 13-3601: Arizona Domestic Violence Crimes Act Download List of Maricopa County Domestic Violence Court Attorneys Judicial Bench Book Video Download Emergency Order Information Download Emergency Order Order Protection Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Protection Order Forms What You Need to Know Protection Order Received. Click here to access our legal aid information in English or Spanish Landlord Tenants Early Rent Termination for Victims of Domestic Violence Fact Sheet and Template Arizona Landlord Tenant Act A.R.S. Title 33 Chapter 3: Landlords and Tenants Arizona Act Help Emergency Shelters. Many programs offer protection or a safe home. Transitional housing. Some programs have longer-term shelters for survivors. Support is provided by Spanish- and English-speaking victim services specialists, both over the phone and via chat. Interpretation and translation services are available free of charge in your main language. Please check back regularly as we continue to add/update the resources we offer. We have many resources and programs to serve you NOW. Connect to services in your area by clicking on the list below or speak to someone immediately by calling the National Domestic Violence Hotline at (800) 799-SAFE (7233) or (800) 787-3224 (TTY) or by calling the National Sexual Assault Hotline 1 (800) 656-HOPE (4673).

Contact us by phone on site at (602) 279-2900, toll free 1 (800) 782-6400 and AZ Relay Service 711. • Accommodation is free, there is no charge for the stay. • Most accommodations have a shared kitchen, common areas and a bathroom. • If you have children, you will probably all share a room. • If you are alone, you may need to share a room. • You are responsible for taking care of your own children. • All shelters must accommodate service animals. However, most shelters cannot accept pets.