Domestic violence is family violence.
It is a pattern of controlling behavior against you, your children, or other family members living in your household. It affects people of all social, economic, racial, religious and ethnic groups. It happens in the city, in the suburbs, and all across the country. The Domestic Violence Intervention Program addresses abuse by current or former spouses, persons who now have or previously had an intimate relationship, persons who have a child together, or anyone related by blood or marriage. If you are a victim of domestic violence, the most important thing to do is make sure you are in a safe place.