domestic violence

Years ago, violent domestic attacks and sexual assaults were taboo beyond the doors of victims' homes. That's not the case anymore, and New Jersey is working to bring these victims forward -- if not publicly, then to one of several safe havens across the state, where confidentiality and support help give the victims a voice.

People are passionate when the issue is personal. Such is the case for New Jersey Assemblywoman Gabriela 'Gabby' Mosquera (D-Turnersville) who led the charge to pass legislation to keep guns away from domestic violence abusers.

Modeled after Megan's Law, there is a push to create a publicly accessible online registry for people convicted of serious domestic violence.

A waiting room specifically for domestic violence victims at the Monmouth County Courthouse forms the centerpiece of safety and security enhancements related to family abuse, unveiled by the Monmouth Vicinage.

As we told you on Monday, domestic violence experts say anyone can help a victim, often with a simple phone call to your local police.  But some people go the extra mile, and make a bigger commitment. Susan Levine is a Victim Support Program Coordinator with the 180 Turning Lives Around (180) organization in Monmouth County...

From the statehouse to your neighbor's house, New Jersey is taking a stand against domestic violence.  But what can the average citizen really do to help? Senior Assistant Prosecutor Terry Cunningham with the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office says the best place to start is with a call to your local domestic violence shelter...

Two Ocean County leaders with decades of legal experience are joining a statewide panel on preventing and addressing domestic violence.   Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph Coronato and Judge Marlene Lynch Ford are members of the 21-person committee, which is set to hear from technical experts in March.  T...

First-time domestic violence offenders would no longer get a "free pass" in New Jersey, under new legislation introduced by a group of Assembly Democrats.

Dottie's House, the transitional program in Ocean County for women and children who have survived domestic violence, is holding its Third Annual "Parrots in Paradise Casino Night" this Friday, Nov. 14, at Hemingway's Cafe in Seaside Heights, from 6 to 11 p.m..

Dotties House will Host Their 3rd Annual Casino Night Fundraiser "Parrotheads In Paradise" at Hemmingway's Cafe in Seaside Heights .... Friday, November 14th from 6 - 11 pm. For Sponsorship and/or Tickets Call (732) 295-7380 Executive Director Carol Wolfe Joined Shawn & Sue To Talk About This Great Benefit For Dotties House ...   ...