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domestic abuse. This includes: |
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Arrest the abuser when there is enough
information to believe a crime has been committed.
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Accompany victim to remove personal belongings
from their home and provide for the victim's transportation
to a safe place.
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Inform victim of the procedures and relief
available and their right to file charges against the abuser
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Complete a police report and provide the
officer's name and ID# to victims.
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