DV Flashcards
When is the only time you can use the word “choking” in a report?
To quote a victim
Strangulation can be a red flag for…
Homicide
What are questions you can ask someone if they’ve been strangled?
-Did you lose consciousness?
-Was it with one or two hands?
-Did you lose any control/function of your bladder?
-Were you up against the wall?
-Did the abuser say anything to you?
-Did the abuser use a rope?
Of the 3 forms of strangulation, which is the most common?
Manual
How is strangulation done?
by placing one’s hands around the neck and applying pressure; blocking/restricting airways
Petechiae
-The ruptured eye capillaries from being strangled
-Spotting in the red eyes
For strangulation, most injuries are found…
during an autopsy
True or False: When probable cause to arrest exists in a DV incident, but an arrest was not made on the scene, the only way to seek an arrest is to seek an arrest warrant for the suspect.
FALSE;
For a DV incident, don’t need an arrest warrant under 209A
Can victims recant their statements?
Yes
What can you do if a victim violates their own vacate/stay away order through a chance encounter?
You can document, report, and advise the victim/abuser to leave the location.
What is Protection from Harassment
Under MGL 258E, victims of criminal harassment stalking and sexual assault, regardless of their relationship with the defendants, may obtain harassment prevention orders against their perpetrators
Components of a HPO
Refrain from abusing or harassing the plaintiff
No contact
Stay away from plaintiffs household/workplace
Compensation for losses suffered
HOWEVER
HPO’s may not order the surrender of firearms, ammunition, LTC’s and FID’s
Abuse is defined as
•Attempting to cause or causing physical harm;
• Placing another in fear of imminent serious physical harm;
• Causing another to engage involuntarily in sexual relations by force, threat, or duress.
Venue
The court having jurisdiction where the plaintiff resides
HPO Duration
10 court business days initially; then up to 1 yr
May be extended for a specific period or permanently
