VIOLET: Law & Abused Women



			*General information about abuse* What are the definitions of abuse? Here are some things you should know about women abuse What can you do if you have been abused? What are some of the warning signs? What do we know about abusers? Why women do not leave abusive relationships What are the effects of abuse on women and children? *Getting out* What to do when leaving an abusive relationship Escape Plan Safety Plan Women's Shelters Key Resources *Understanding the legal implications of partner abuse* Introduction to Canadian Law Physical Abuse Sexual Abuse Psychological Abuse Forced Confinement Animal or Property Abuse Financial Abuse *Getting the police involved* What will the police do? What is an assault charge? Will the police always lay assault charges? Can you withdraw charges after they are laid? What type of sentence will the offender get? *Protecting yourself* Using the Law to Keep an Abuser Away Protective Orders under the Protection Against Family Violence Act (PAFVA) Emergency Protection Orders Queen's Bench Protection Orders Restraining Orders Peace Bonds FAQs on Restraining Orders and Peace Bonds (frequently asked questions) Protection Against Family Violence Act *Taking your children with you* Custody FAQs (frequently asked questions) Interim Custody *Going to court* What should you remember when testifying? Some tips if you are a witness If your partner is charged and you have to testify Preparing for the trial If you do not show up to testify If your partner does not show up in court How much time is involved? The court process courtroom layout people involved *Other related legal information* Abuse is wrong in any language Assaulted Women's Helpline (Ontario) Creating Healthy Personal Relationships: An Information Booklet for Aboriginal Women ConnectNetwork Divorce Law Questions and Answers (Department of Justice Canada) Family Law Education for Women Family Violence FAQs (frequently asked questions) LawNet Canada - keyword search "spousal abuse" or "family violence" or "relationship violence" Legal Aid Safety from Domestic Violence: A Resource Manual for Service Providers Shelternet Women's Rights For A Safer Tomorrow Women and the Law World Conference for Womens Shelters February 2011 ©1998-1999 Legal Resource Centre of Alberta.

February 2011