The Family Violence Unit is an integral part of the division. Assigned detectives, along with a victim’s legal advocate, provide not only an investigative capability, but strive to offer essential services to victims of domestic violence. The Family Violence Unit actively investigates spousal abuse, child abuse, and youth in the family unit who are engaging in at-risk behaviors. They collaborate with a number of community partners to intervene and stop the cycle of violence in a family, to support victims of domestic violence through the court process, and to ensure at-risk youth and their families are immediately referred for a community-based needs assessment. The Family Violence Unit also provides education to community groups. Questions and/or matters involving family violence, youths at risk, child abuse, etc., can be answered by calling 425-556-2669 or by emailing the assigned detectives.  You may also reach our Legal Advocate at 425-556-2668.

If you or someone you care about is a victim of domestic violence here are other resources to help with this situation. The links below will take you off our web site and open a new window.

Eastside Domestic Violence Program

New Beginnings for Battered Women and Children

Youth Eastside Services

Children's Response Center

King County Prosecutors Office

Address Confidentiality Program

Hopelink

Department of Social and Health Services