Legal and Support Services for Victims of Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Restraining Order Clinic: provides forms and page-by-page
instruction for restraining order applications; restraining orders are issued by the Court
the same day; orders can include: 100-yard stay away, no contact, custody, visitation,
residence exclusion and property issues; information on safety planning, preparing for
court and enforcing the court order also covered
Court Preparation Workshop: obtain information on how to present your evidence at the hearing on the restraining order; outline your own statement to the Judge
Court Accompaniment: an SADVC legal advocate will be with you at the hearing on the restraining order, related family law hearings or at a criminal prosecution hearing
requiring your testimony; the advocate provides information, support and safety while
you speak to the Judge, mediator or attorneys
Office and Phone Consultations: receive information and options on legal issues
related to domestic violence and sexual assault by appointment or over the phone
Advocacy with Law Enforcement: assistance with crime reports, enforcement of
restraining orders, civil stand-bys and crime prevention strategies
Information on Pending Criminal Cases: crime report numbers, warrants issued,
arrests, jail release, bail amounts, collection of evidence (photographs of injuries, etc),
court dates, District Attorney assignment, charges filed, and updates on each court date
Women’s Domestic Violence Drop-in Support Groups: weekly, confidential, support group focusing on selected issues in understanding the impact of an abusive relationship and gaining confidence to utilize resources
Safety Planning Information: discuss strategies to keep yourself and family safe from further harm—before or after leaving an abusive relationship
Immigration Assistance: screening/referrals for abused immigrants who may qualify under new federal laws for residency, work permits, public benefits and healthcare
Safe at Home Application Preparation: the California Secretary of State’s Confidential Address Program for victims of violent crime who secretly relocate to seek safety
Advocacy with Community Agencies: communicating with you to other programs and agencies who assist victims of domestic violence on issues such as: immigration, social services, public assistance, employment, child support, custody and visitation, child abuse, housing and the criminal prosecution process
Attorney Referral Information: referrals to local family law attorneys with expertise in domestic violence; other legal providers; and a guide to selecting and working with an attorney
Legal Resources: listing of Yolo County resources.
 

Confidential Services…
SADVC’s Law and Policy Services
consists of advocacy and education in the civil and criminal justice systems. The staff are experienced legal advocates, state certified as Peer Counselors in Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. Client information is legally privileged and confidential in accordance with state law.
 

Our Philosophy…
The program offers services in a
confidential setting focusing on the safety needs of each individual as our priority. SADVC believes that every client: deserves respect and services given without judgment; is an individual with unique circumstances and needs; AND, makes their own decisions in the problem solving process — advocates do not impose their own opinions on how to proceed no
matter how well-meaning.

Our purpose is to provide information and awareness, to open doors in the community previously unavailable, and to
promote the empowerment of each client in setting and achieving their individual goals. All services and materials are
offered in English and Spanish with the highest of priorities given to reaching
under-served locations and cultures throughout Yolo County.
 

ALL VICTIM SERVICES ARE OFFERED FREE OF CHARGE THANKS TO THE FUNDING PROVIDED BY:
Community Donations ♥ Yolo County ♥ State of California, Department of Health Services & Office of Emergency Services ♥ U.S. Dept. of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women L&PS Revised 2-2004

Domestic Violence Restraining Order Clinic

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
9:00 am to Noon	9:00 am to Noon	9:00 am to Noon	9:00 am to Noon	9:00 am to Noon
Davis Police Department	SADVC	West Sacramento Police Department	SADVC	SADVC
2600 Fifth Street.	933 Court Street	550 Jefferson Blvd	933 Court Street	933 Court Street
Davis	Woodland	West Sacramento	Woodland	Woodland

Childcare not provided. If you Cannot Speak and Write English, Bring an English Speaking Support Person With You. SADVC's legal staff can provide assistance in filling out Temporary Restraining Order applications. In an emergency, please call our crisis line at (530) 662-1133 for more immediate assistance. No Appointments Necessary! No Fees for Clinic or Filing! PLEASE be on time, late arrivers will be asked to attend the following day.

WOMEN'S DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DROP-IN SUPPORT GROUP

Every Monday

6:00 to 7:30 pm

SADVC in West Sacramento 500 Jeferson Blvd. Suite A

Every Wednesday

6:00 to 7:30 pm

SADVC in Woodland