After a domestic violence incident, where should you send a DV report?

• A. Local police precinct
• B. Nearest local certified DV center within 24 hours of notification
• C. State DV hotline
• D. Hospital records department

Answer: (B)

Domestic violence reports are meant to connect victims with immediate support and coordinated services. They should be sent to the nearest local certified domestic violence center within 24 hours of notification so the center can provide advocacy, safety planning, shelter options, and link the survivor to ongoing resources. These centers are specifically designated to handle DV-related issues and maintain confidentiality, ensuring the report leads to appropriate help and service coordination.

Sending to a police precinct focuses on law enforcement action rather than ongoing support. The state DV hotline offers crisis information and referrals but isn’t the place to file the formal DV report with service providers. The hospital records department would only document medical care, not connect the person to DV services.