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Domestic Violence & Protection From Abuse

Legal Information > HELP for Victims of Domestic Violence

This section of PALawHelp.org has information and resources about Domestic Violence and Protection From Abuse issues in Pennsylvania.

• Find Legal Assistance to Get Protection from Domestic Violence

  Click on the Find Legal Help tab above to locate a legal service provider to assist you in getting protection from domestic violence. Content Detail

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  PALawHELP.org

• Help for Domestic Violence Victims Living in Federally Subsidized or Public Housing [Video]

  Watch this video from Statewide Legal Services of Connecticut and CTLawHelp.org to learn your rights under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) if you live in federally subsidized housing or have a Section 8 voucher. This video covers federal laws, so the information is true no matter what state you live in. Read More

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  Statewide Legal Services of Connecticut and CTLawHelp.org

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  Spanish / Español

• Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence: Domestic Violence Services By County

  Linked map and alphabetical list of Counties identifying domestic violence programs available in the counties. These programs typically provide crisis hotlines, counseling, education, shelter, and advocacy for victims of domestic violence. Content Detail

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  Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence

• The Protection From Sexual Violence and Intimidation Act

  Information from the Pennsylvania Coalition on Domestic Violence about the new Protection From Sexual Violence and Intimidation Act that went into effect on July 1, 2015. The new law extends additional protections to individuals who may not be covered by the provisions of the Protection From Abuse Act. Content Detail

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  Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence

• 3 Tips If You Are Planning To Leave An Abusive Relationship (Video)

  The Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence offers safety tips it you are planning to leave an abusive relationship. Read More

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  Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence