It is a pattern of behavior used to exert power and control over another person, through the use of fear, intimidation, violence, sexual assault or psychological attacks.
Statistics show that most violence is inflicted by men upon women.
Domestic violence is everyone's problem. Because the victims can be your parent, child, sibling, friend, neighbor or even you. Domestic violence is far-reaching as it affects not only the victim, but other family members, especially children, witnessing the abuse. The DART team assists in the investigation of cases of domestic violence, interacting closely with other officers, investigators, prosecutor, women's advocates, court, probation officers, and the community. Through this collaboration of effort, issues of domestic violence can be identified, the victim can be given the support and resources necessary, and strong cases can be made to hold the batterer accountable.