Abuse is when a person:
Restrains or prevents another from seeking help by telephone or any other means. Stalks another by repeatedly maintaining visual or physical proximity and/or conveying verbal, written, or implied threats.
People in abusive situations often feel trapped, humiliated, and helpless. Some feel bound by love or loyalty. Some feel shame and fear, or that they are protecting their families and others by hiding behind a veil of secrecy.
Abuse knows no age, ethnic, racial, or religious barriers. Violence does not go away by itself, and, unless the victim seeks intervention, domestic violence tends to increase in frequency and severity over time.
A victim cannot change an abuser. Domestic violence is a learned behavior. Victims are not at fault for an abuser's actions. Disagreements and arguments, even heated ones, are part of a normal relationship. Physical, emotional, and other forms of abuse are not!
Jessica Hancock
Victim Services Coordinator
3577 S Market Street
West Valley City, UT 84119
Phone: 801-963-3223
After Hours Crisis Line: 801-231-8185
Emergency: 911
Advocates are available in the office for walk-ins and appointments Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Advocates are always available after hours by calling the crisis line.
If you are a victim of or witness to a crime, and believe your rights have been violated, click here to submit a formal complaint with the State of Utah.