Reporting Abuse

In California, it is a crime for any person to beat, sexually assault, or otherwise harm another person.
When calling law enforcement, tell the dispatcher of:

• Any serious injuries you have suffered
• Whether the abuser is still there or has threatened to return soon
• If there is a weapon involved
• Whether the batterer is under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol
• And if there is a temporary restraining order against the batterer

Mandated Reporting

The Women’s Center–YFS is a confidential place where families who are experiencing domestic violence and/or sexual assault can seek services.

Because we are state funded we are also mandated reporters. If at any time you tell us the following information we will make a report to the appropriate authorities:

• Child Abuse
• Elder Abuse
• Dependent Adult Abuse
• Suicide
• Homicide

If you want to report any of the above mentioned abuse, please contact your local Law Enforcement or Human Service Agency.