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Domestic Violence-
Preparing to Leave
Leaving your partner is a critical time and requires careful preparation. Your partner may become violent if they discover that you are planning to leave, however, being prepared to make a quick break away from the relationship is an important key to reducing the risk of violence.
If possible, pack the following and leave them with a trusted friend:
ESSENTIALS - ALWAYS HAVE IN PURSE OR WALLET
- ID, Social Security card(s)
- Keys
- Quarters for phone calls (or dial "0" or 9-1-1)
- Medication (if needed for self/kids)
- DV Hotline phone number (1-800-562-6025)
- Address book – relatives and friends to call/notify
- Hide important papers
PAPERWORK - HAVE ALL IN ONE PLACE
- Marriage certificate
- Birth certificate(s); especially for kids
- Medical records: immunizations, etc.
- Bank statements or account numbers
- Immigration papers
- Passport (self and kids)
- Certificate or voucher for housing
- Car title and registration
- Resume/employment records
MAKE SURE YOU KNOW
- Exits out of house/apartment/building
- Children’s school phone numbers
- Nearest pay phone (preferably indoor; ideal might be 24-hour coffee shop)
- In hidden bag (possibly at child care provider's/friend's)
- Consider making up a secret code to write yourself messages
WHAT TO PACK
- Diapers/bottles/formula mix
- Food/snacks for kids
- Toy or book
- As much money as possible
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POLICE RESPONSE:
If you are in immediate danger call 9-1-1
Seattle Police
Domestic Violence Unit
(206) 684-0330
Monday 8am - 5pm
Seattle Police
Victim Support Team
(206) 684-7721 (voicemail)
Friday 7pm - 3 am
Saturday 11am - 3am
Sunday 11am - 12am
Washington State
24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-562-6025
SHELTER:
New Beginnings
24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline
(206) 522-9472
Crisis Clinic Emergency Shelter Resources
JAIL INFORMATION:
King County Jail
To verify if an individual is in custody:
(206) 296-1234 or access the jail registry online at:
www.metrokc.gov/dad
/inmatelookup/
V.I.N.E System:
1 (877) 425-VINE (8463)
www.vinelink.com
To register for automatic notification of an inmates release.
COMPUTER RELATED:
This site will help you clear your browser history and cache files:
www.womenslaw.org
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