It is a crime if someone physically hurts or threatens you. No one has the right to hurt you, even if that person is a spouse, child, boyfriend or girlfriend, parent or report describes work that I did on embedded control data communication using the domestic powerline circuitry as channel medium. A home automation system was implemented. In the modern home filled with electronic apparatus and appliances,. | Domestic Violence Information and Referral Handbook Domestic Violence Information and Referral Handbook Adapted from the handbook "From This Day Forward" Published by the Santa Clara County Probation Department. Table of Contents Introduction Chapter 1: The Truth About Domestic Violence Children and Domestic Violence The Power and Control Wheel The Equality Wheel Substance Abuse and Domestic Violence Teen Dating Violence Battering in Same Sex Relationships Immigration Chapter 2: Planning for your Safety Safety Before and During an Assault Safety When Preparing to Leave Safety When Living on Your Own Safety With a Protective Order Safety on the Job and in Public Your Safety and Emotional Health Checklist Chapter 3: Your Rights and the Criminal Justice System The Police The Office of Pretrial Services The District Attorney's Office The Probation Department (1 of 43)8/30/2004 1:07:00 PM Domestic Violence Information and Referral Handbook State Parole Chapter 4: Your Rights and the Family and Juvenile Dependency Courts Restraining Orders: Protection through Family Court Child Protection Chapter 5: Where to Turn for Help Crisis Hotlines Drop-In Support Groups Shelters - Battered Women and Children Legal Information / Restraining Orders (TRO's) Counseling / Information for Women and Children Law Enforcement Chapter 6: Suggested Readings Appendix: From the Handbook Acknowledgments Dedication Introduction No one deserves abuse. It is a crime if someone physically hurts or threatens you. No one has the right to hurt you, even if that person is a spouse, child, boyfriend or girlfriend, parent or partner. You are not responsible for the violence. Batterers often blame their abusive behavior on drugs or alcohol, stress, childhood abuse, or their partner. As a result, you may have feelings of isolation, fear, shame, and hopelessness. You are not alone. (2 of .
