New York City Police Department (NYPD)
New York City has made the effectiveness of its criminal justice system a high priority in its strategy to reduce domestic violence. Personnel from the NYPD respond to calls for help, make arrests, provide referrals and follow-up visits to victims. Each police precinct has Domestic Violence Prevention Officers assigned.
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Legal Services and Domestic Violence
The legal system in New York addresses domestic violence in different ways. The court system offers a specialized response and the Offices of the District Attorney in each borough house a unit or bureau dedicated to victims of domestic violence.
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Housing - Emergency Shelter and Permanent Housing
There are many victims of abuse who decide to leave their violent relationships. New York City aids these victims by providing access to emergency domestic violence shelter. New York City also makes a special effort to provide subsidized permanent housing for eligible victims of domestic violence.
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Counseling Services for Victims
New York City has many governmental agencies and community organizations that provide social services advocacy, counseling, and appropriate referrals to domestic violence victims and their children.
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Domestic Violence and Healthcare
New York City is committed to treating domestic violence as an important healthcare issue. Victims of abuse visit healthcare providers regularly for routine medical care and for treatment of their injuries.
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Children and Domestic Violence
New York City recognizes that children are often exposed to domestic violence. The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) is committed to providing services to assist parents and children.
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Offender Accountability
Offenders held accountable through the criminal justice system may interact with the Department of Correction, the Department of Parole, and/or the Department of Probation. To obtain information about the release of an offender, who has been sentenced to incarceration, dial 888-VINE4NY (846-3469).
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Public Assistance and Domestic Violence
New York City recognizes that while domestic violence occurs in all socioeconomic groups, there is a close connection between poverty and domestic violence. The Human Resources Administration (HRA) offers special considerations to domestic violence victims who are receiving public assistance.
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