Difference between revisions of "Family Violence Overview"

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==If you are a victim of family violence==
==If you are a victim of family violence==
This chapter discusses the laws around family violence. If your safety is threatened, however, you may need immediate help:
This chapter talks about the laws related to family violence. Immediate physical safety comes first, however.
* '''If you are in immediate danger, call 911.'''  
* '''If you are in immediate danger, call 911.'''  
* '''For crisis support, dial [http://www.clicklaw.bc.ca/helpmap/service/1055 VictimLINK] at 1-800-563-0808''' for confidential and multilingual service.
* '''For crisis support, dial [http://www.clicklaw.bc.ca/helpmap/service/1055 VictimLINK] at 1-800-563-0808''' for confidential and multilingual service.