We support survivors of domestic violence with disabilities.
The BFL team works with survivors of domestic violence with disabilities at our fully accessible Freedom House domestic violence shelter, our award winning Secret...
COUNTY MAP
Below is the state map presented by counties. Click on a county to find information about available VictimsVoice Partner Members.
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PARTNER MEMBERS
The VictimsVoice Partners below will provide a 1-year license for the VictimsVoice tool at no cost. Click their links for information on their area of specialty, location, and how to best reach out to them.
VictimsVoice Partner Members - New York
Hope’s Door
Embracing Life Free From Domestic Abuse
Hope’s Door prevents, responds to, and partners to end domestic and intimate partner violence and other forms of abuse. We provide a 24/7/365 crisis,...
L.I. Against Domestic Violence
Prevention. Support. Healing.
A pioneer in reaching out to victims and survivors of abuse on Long Island
L.I. Against Domestic Violence provides a range of services that help over 14,000 Long...
Rise NY
You Beginning
We are committed to the achievement of racial, ethnic and cultural diversity within its workplace, which will in turn provide the delivery of culturally competent care to the...
Sanctuary for Families
Freedom From Gender Violence Starts Here
Sanctuary for Families is New York’s leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking and related forms of gender violence....
Shalom Task Force
Safe Relationships. Healthy Families. Supportive Community.
The mission of Shalom Task Force, Inc (STF) is to combat and prevent domestic violence and foster healthy and safe relationships and families. STF...
The Retreat
Creating A Better Tomorrow Without Violence
The Retreat’s mission is to provide safety, shelter and support for victims of domestic abuse and to break the cycle of family violence.
In...
Wellspring
Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Services of Saratoga County
We Support Survivors of Relationship and Sexual Abuse
Wellspring is the domestic violence and sexual assault services resource for Saratoga County...
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STATE LAWS & POLICIES
Below are policies and laws that directly affect those suffering from abuse, harassment, and domestic violence. Click below to view the details of each category.
What are “Rules of Evidence” and why does it matter?
State Rules of Evidence are the rules that tell the state courts what evidence may be considered admissible and what may not. Generally speaking, it is the state legislature that creates these rules.
What is the “Victims’ Bill Of Rights” and why does it matter?
A crime victim has the following rights under 42 U.S.C. § 10606(b):
- The right to be treated with fairness and with respect for the victim’s dignity and privacy. The right to be reasonably protected from the accused offender.
- The right to be notified of court proceedings.
- The right to be present at all public court proceedings related to the offense, unless the court determines that testimony by the victim would be materially affected if the victim heard other testimony at trial.
- The right to confer with [an] attorney for the Government in the case.
- The right to restitution.
- The right to information about the conviction, sentencing, imprisonment, and release of the offender.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Below are laws and policies that directly affect those suffering from abuse, harassment, and domestic violence. Click below to view the details of each category.
There are circumstances and spaces that...Address Confidentiality Laws: NY
The Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) exists to protect victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and other crimes from their abusers being able to track and locate them, potentially putting...Animals in Domestic Violence Restraining Orders: NY
NEW YORK allows domestic violence protective orders to include pets. In addition, federal law includes the crime of stalking and actions that make the victim fear that the stalker will...Video And Audio Surveillance Laws: NY
NEW YORK is considered a One-Party Consent State , in that at least one person involved in the recorded communication must give permission.BUT...
*Information in the "Policy" section does not constitute as legal advice. Please consult an attorney for any and all legal advice.