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More to Know About: Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is a pattern of learned behavior in which one person uses physical, sexual, and/or emotional abuse to control another person. However, domestic violence involves individuals with special relationships. Before sharing domestic violence, Michigan resources, we’ll first cover the definition of domestic violence under Michigan law. Domestic violence is an assault or assault and battery by a:

Spouse
Former spouse
Person residing or having resided in the same household as the victim
Person having a child in common with the victim
Person with whom he/she has or has had a dating relationship

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How to Tell If You’re a Victim of Domestic Violence

There are many signs or “red flags” for domestic violence besides physical abuse. These common indicators include:

Extreme jealousy
Possessiveness
Animal cruelty
Verbal abuse
Unpredictability
Stalking
Extremely controlling behavior such as withholding money, car keys, preventing a victim from attending school/work, etc.
Control over how the victim dresses or how they act
Forced sexual intercourse or disregard of partner’s unwillingness to have sexual intercourse

Domestic Violence Statistics

According to the Michigan State Police, there were 91,004 reported victims and 105 reported murders related to domestic violence in 2017.
Nationally, females ages 18-24 and 25-34 generally experienced the highest rates of intimate partner violence.
Nearly 1 in 5 women and 1 in 7 men report having experienced severe physical violence from an intimate partner in their lifetime.
On a typical day, there are more than 20,000 phone calls placed to domestic violence hotlines nationwide.
The presence of a gun in a domestic violence situation increases the risk of homicide by 500%.

Domestic Violence Michigan Resources

If you’re facing domestic violence, aren’t sure if it meets the legal definition, or need help getting a restraining order as soon as possible, speak with an attorney immediately.

Domestic Violence Organizations / Hotlines

It’s difficult to seek help for many reasons if you’re a victim of domestic violence, especially if you have children in the household or if the abuser controls internet and finance access. However, there are a variety of free resources for you to use if you believe you may be a victim of domestic violence. Some of these resources include the free, reputable, 24/7 hotlines below.