- Identify a "safe space," like a friend or relative’s home, for example.
- Gather a short-term supply of necessities, including cash, several changes of clothes, toiletries, medications, etc.
- Consider applying for a domestic violence restraining order, which can be issued immediately by a judge, and often the local Police Department, on an emergency basis.
- Explore your other options, including a domestic violence hotline or local shelter. These resources may help you safely transition out of an unsafe situation and provide short-term sheltering opportunities.
Divorce safety: avoiding abuse during divorce
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