Domestic Violence

Prosecuting the Violent Offender

Reporting and prosecuting someone you live with is not easy. But it is necessary to end the abuse.

  1. What happens after someone is arrested for Domestic Violence?
  2. Who can drop charges?
  3. What happens to a person convicted of Domestic Violence?
  4. He/She has been put on probation and is in treatment, but abuse continues, What can I do?
  5. All I want to do is keep the offender away from me. How can I do that?
  6. Where is court held?
  7. What can I do to help my community?
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Important Agency Phone Numbers

  • East Saint Louis Police: 618-482-6721
  • Project H.EA.V.EN: 618-274-7307
  • Violence Prevention Center: 618-482-6793