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The lack of certainty during these times has a way of making every day a little more challenging, and the close quarters we share may cause frustration. It’s in times like these that we need to find our patience and, for everyone’s sake, remain calm.
Unfortunately, a crisis is often accompanied by increased domestic violence. Those who are quarantined in their homes with an abuser, especially when children are involved, are now in a more vulnerable and precarious situation than ever before.
The District Attorney’s office and law enforcement continue to work tirelessly and remain ready to respond to calls for help from victims of domestic violence. Regardless of a person’s national origin or their health status, the Harris County DA’s Office will protect you from continued domestic violence, so long as you report it. Protective Orders still can be obtained from a judge upon presentation of sufficient evidence of past violence and continued risk, so we have put together some tips to help keep everyone in our community safe.
Please share this information with everyone, and if you know anyone who is a victim of domestic abuse, please check in on them by phone, by Facetime, or even email. Let’s stick together and stay safe by staying in touch. Don’t forget or forgo calling the police to report violence in your own home. It just might save your life.
Your safety continues to be my number one priority as your District Attorney.
Sincerely,
DA Kim Ogg
