Learn about the law and your legal rights in North Carolina. Find self-help resources to resolve your legal problems without a lawyer.
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Helping Victims of Domestic Violence
(Separate Website)
This pamphlet published by Legal Aid of NC explains the work that Legal Aid of NC does in domestic violence law and also explains how Legal Aid of NC can help you if you are a victim of domestic violence.
By: Legal Aid of North Carolina
Leaving a Domestic Violence Situation
(Separate Website)
This guide explains how to prepare to leave your abuser, what steps you need to take before you leave, and what you can do after you leave to make sure you stay out of that situation in the future.
By: HelpGuide.org
Battered Immigrant Project
(Separate Website)
Through the Domestic Violence Prevention Initiative, Legal Aid has developed the Battered Immigrant Project that looks to help victims with legal assistance when going through a domestic violence situation.
By: Legal Aid of North Carolina
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
North Carolina Statutes
(Separate Website)
The North Carolina General Assembly is offering access to the Statutes on the Internet as a service to the public. These statutes are the general laws that govern North Carolina's legal system.
By: North Carolina General Assembly
Brochures on Domestic Violence and Safety for You and Your Children
(Separate Website)
This web site contains brochures with valuable information about domestic violence and safety planning for victims, their children, attorneys and advocates. The brochures are in PDF format and may be downloaded or printed out. The brochures are also available through the ABA Service Center at 1-800-285-2221.
By: American Bar Association
Domestic Violence and the Law: A Practical Guide for Survivors
(Separate Website)
This helpful packet explains the law concerning domestic violence and also gives advice on safety planning, where to go for help, and what your legal rights are as a victim of domestic violence.
By: Young Lawyers' Division of the North Carolina Bar Association
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
Family Violence
(Separate Website)
This brochure answers many frequently-asked questions about family and domestic violence and advises you on where to get legal help.
By: North Carolina Bar Association
Self-Help Legal Forms
Self-help forms you can fill out yourself that deal with issues like Child Custody, Domestic Violence, and many others.
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