PROTECTION 
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There are many potential forms of protection available to individuals who are victims of domestic violence. Listed below are some of the options.

• Emergency Protective Orders 
• Permanent Protective Orders 
• 'No Contact’ Orders 

• Victim Notification Victim-Witness Assistance Programs may also be able to assist you in registering with the local police department, sheriff’s office, or jail to receive notification if a prisoner escapes, changes his or her name, is transferred, is discharged, or is released from jail. Contact your local Victim-Witness Assistance Program for information. To access notification request forms online, go to FORMS.

• Domestic Violence Shelters