At any given time, an adult or child can experience the devastating effects of domestic violence. There are places to turn and go for assistance while seeking a safe environment and breaking the cycle of domestic violence. If you or anyone you know is experiencing domestic violence, the city offers a number of domestic violence resources and referrals.

Victims of violence are provided with information and resources specific to their circumstances. This includes but is not limited to: assistance in accessing services, emergency shelter, advocacy, court accompaniment, safety planning, affordable health care, and subsidized child care.

Learn what is domestic violence.

Resources

• Arlington County Magistrate: Request information and an emergency protective order (EPO) by calling 703-228-7900  or for 703-228-4500 Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court.
•  Court Services Unit: Request information and a preliminary protective order (PPO) by calling 703-228-4500 (TTY 711).
• Fairfax County Office for Women and Domestic and Sexual Violence Services: For assistance, call 703-324-5730 (TTY 703-324-5706) or 703-360-7273 (TTY 703-435-1235) for the 24-hour helpline.
• Fairfax County Women's Shelter, Artemis House: Call 703-435-4940 (TTY 703-435-1235)
  24-hours a day for assistance.
•  Fairfax County: Domestic Violence:  For additional information on domestic violence, call the Fairfax County hotline at 703-360-7273 (TTY-703-435-1235).