Domestic Violence Response: A Guide for California Peace Officers

Domestic Violence Response - A Guide for California Peace Officers: is directed specifically at the first responder - the cop on the street. There is much to consider when dealing with the domestic violence victim . . . the abuser . . . the children. Peace officers must ask themselves, "Do I really know what I must do?" This book provides: Ø Practical tools officers can use - today Ø A quick reference guide of domestic violence crimes Ø Samples of useful forms for domestic violence investigations Ø An in-depth review of domestic violence crimes and authorities Ø Tips to help the individual officer with curtailing domestic violence Ø Information and procedures to increase service of court restraining orders Ø Motivation for officers to carry out their duties to protect victims and themselves