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Domestic Violence: Louisiana Protective Order Registry and Self-Help Forms
(Separate Website)
See the forms and instructions on the site of the Louisiana Protective Order Registry (LPOR). The link takes you to the LPOR page, which is part of the site for the Louisiana Supreme Court.
By: Louisiana Protective Order Registry
Louisiana Domestic Violence Hotline
(Separate Website)
Louisiana DV Hotline: 1-888-411-1333.
The Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence is a statewide network of battered women's programs, supportive organizations, and individuals working to end violence against women and children in Louisiana.
By: Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence
How to Get a Restraining Order
(Separate Website)
A protective order is a court order to stop violence and harassment and to protect you and your family from an abuser. There is no fee to file for a protective order. Read this to find out how and where to get a protective order.
By: WomensLaw.org
Metropolitan Center for Women & Children
(Separate Website)
Metro staff and volunteers are trained in crisis intervention and can offer limited placement in emergency shelters and make appropriate referrals. Metro has a 24- hour line for emergency counseling and assistance.
National Sexual Assault Hotline
(Separate Website)
RAINN operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE and carries out programs to prevent sexual assault, help victims and ensure that rapists are brought to justice. On its site you'll find statistics, counseling resources, prevention tips, news and more.
By: Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)
Getting Help with Domestic Violence
(Separate Website)
This site tells you ways to protect yourself, and to get other help. Includes plans for protecting yourself at home, at work, and online.
By: Futures Without Violence (formerly the Family Violence Prevention Fund)
Domestic Violence: Safety Tips for You and Your Family
(Separate Website)
Brochure with safety tips and national domestic violence hotline numbers.
By: American Bar Association and the Law in Public Service Committee of the Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section
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Lawyer Referral and Information
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Lawyer Referral Numbers
New Orleans area:
504-561-8828
Baton Rouge area:
225-344-9926
Lafayette area:
www.lafayettebar.org
Lake Charles area:
337-436-2914
Shreveport area:
www.shreveportbar.com
By: Louisiana State Bar Association
Anti-Crime Tips for Seniors -- National Crime Prevention Council
(Separate Website)
Fight crime against seniors and find out how not to fall prey to criminals who target older people.
By: National Crime Prevention Council
Bossier Parish Clerk of Court -- Instructions and Forms for Protection from Abuse
(Separate Website)
The Bossier Parish Clerk of court offers information and forms to ask for a court order for protection from abuse. Be sure to see all of the information the court clerk has about this issue. The information is not a substitute for a lawyer's advice, but it may help you.
By: Bossier Parish Clerk of Court
Crisis Phone Line
VIA LINK Call Center is a 24 hour, telephone crisis intervention service. Many calls to VIA LINK's line relate to emotional distress, abuse, violence and every day stresses.
By: VIA LINK
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Domestic Violence Programs in Louisiana
(Separate Website)
The Statewide toll free hotline number is:
1-888-411-1333.
Also see the link to a directory of domestic programs in different areas of Louisiana.
By: Louisiana Supreme Court
Domestic Violence Resources in North Louisiana Click on the document to see a list of organizations that help with domestic violence problems in North Louisiana.
Help Line for Legal Information
Anyone with a legal problem in Louisiana is welcome to call the Louisiana Civil Justice Center (LCJC), the help line for legal information. The LCJC does not assist with criminal matters and some services require screening for financial eligibility. The phone number is (504) 355-0970 or (800) 310-7029, Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
By: Louisiana Civil Justice Center
How to Get a Court Order to Protect You and Other Information
(Separate Website)
Find out how to get a protective order. The site has other information about domestic violence and safety issues.
There are also worksheets and practical information about seeking court protection from domestic violence.
By: Louisiana Supreme Court
How to Protect Yourself from Abuse
(Separate Website)
Hotline for children and teens being abused. Anonymous and free. 24/7 counselors. Call 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) and press 1 to speak with a hotline crisis counselor.
By: Childhelp USA
Immigrant Women and Abuse
(Separate Website)
Site with information to help immigrants facing domestic violence or rape.
By: Women's Justice Center
Internet Sites for Legal Information
(Separate Website)
List of online legal research and information resources, from the Law Library of Louisiana.
By: Law Library of Louisiana
Legal Resource Center on Violence Against Women
(Separate Website)
Even though this site is mainly for attorneys and advocates, there is a section for survivors of domestic violence. The survivors section of the site has links to other useful Web sites also.
By: Legal Resource Center on Violence Against Women
New Social Security Numbers for Domestic Violence Victims
(Separate Website)
Here is information from the Social Security Administration about getting a new Social Security number for victims of domestic violence.
By: Social Security Administration
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