As the primary tool for securing physical safety, protection orders must also account for a survivor’s economic needs. This can be accomplished in three ways. First, orders can offer the support to leave a relationship and be independent and safe. Next, protection orders allow a victim to keep going to school or work and avoid relocating, which protects her economic stability. Lastly, protection orders can provide financial restitution for the costs of the crimes.
Justice System Policy Brief Series: Protection Orders and Survivors
By Wider Opportunities for Women|2020-12-11T03:35:51-05:00October 1, 2012|IWPR|Comments Off on Justice System Policy Brief Series: Protection Orders and Survivors