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This Week in GeorgiaGov: Abuse & Violence
How To Get A Restraining Order In Georgia
Find out the types of restraining orders as well as how to apply for a restraining order in Georgia to help keep you or a loved one safe.
Georgia's School Safety Hotline
Georgia's Department of Education operates the nation's first state-funded, school safety hotline available for teachers, administrators, students and parents to use when they witness illegal or harmful activity. It's a great resource to ensure our children's safety at school.
Victim's Compensation and DUI Memorial Funds
If you've been affected by someone else's crime, you might be eligible for victim's compensation or memorial assistance. We can't "undo" the tragedy, but we can help get your life back on track.
Bullies Come in All Shapes and Sizes
Talk to your kids about the effects of bullying. By keeping an open conversation, the better we can prevent bullying in schools.
Providing a “Safe Harbor” for Georgia’s Children
Senator Renee Unterman describes Senate Bill 8 and Senate Resolution 7 pertaining to sex trafficking in Georgia.
April is Child Abuse and Neglect Awareness Month
Georgia's Department of Human Services' Division of Family and Children Services receives a report of child abuse every 15 minutes. Understanding the prevalence of child abuse and its prevention are important steps to decreasing child abuse in our communities and across the state.
Attorney General Supports Campaign to Curb Human Trafficking
In March 2011, a mother and father were sentenced to prison for pimping out their 14-year-old daughter to a used car salesman in lieu of making their $281 car payment. The 66-year-old used car salesman was also sent to prison.