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If you or someone you know are experiencing domestic violence in your home, please contact an advocate to assist you in making a police report or obtaining a protection order.
An advocate is available to escort you to the prosecutor’s office and/or court to offer support as needed.
Testimonial:
A very appreciative family reports that the services that they received from DVP's Canton Advocacy Department could not have been better. We began our day at a jury trial. The victim was present along with her mother and father whom were very supportive of her. I took them into a private room in the courthouse because they were extremely nervous. While the jury was being chosen, I explained to the whole family the jury trial process and what it was they could expect throughout the very long day. The victim was able to explain her story to me and we talked about what could possibly be asked of her inside the courtroom when she testifies. She was so nervous and uncertain, that I helped her understand where she would be sitting and where the defendant would be. I assured her and her family that she would be safe. She and her mother were very afraid that the defendant could possibly get to her. The victims parents were not permitted inside the courtroom with her because they too were witnesses to the case, so I assured them that I would be with their daughter the whole step of the way.
After she testified she was very upset and her family and I talked her through her feelings. I assured her that she had done a wonderful job focusing and answering the questions that were asked of her. When it was time for closing arguments, I made sure that the family was inside the courtroom so that they could hear the closings from both the attorney and the prosecuting attorney.
GUILTY was the verdict and there was a huge sigh of relief. During the long deliberation process, the advocates stayed and supported the family to answer any questions that they may have had. We then met with the prosecuting attorney to discuss the outcome.
The family stated to the Prosecutor that they would not have been able to endure that long process without having support from Jennifer and Andrea present every step of the way. "They are a class act" and their support meant everything as they guided us through the court process.
Advocates are available to you Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.
For Shelter Assistance Call
DVP Inc 24-Hour Hotline (330)-453-SAFE
or Email us: shelter@domesticviolenceproj.org