The Civil Injunction for Protection Brochure for Petitioners

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This brochure discusses the types of injunctions available to petitioners, what protection may be available, and what to expect during the injunction process. These brochures have been sent to every courthouse where domestic violence petitions may be filed.

The Civil injunction for Protection Brochure for Respondents

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This brochure explains what a temporary injunction means, what the respondent can and cannot do while the temporary injunction is in effect, what to expect at the hearing in court, and what possible restrictions the judge may order if a final injunction is ordered. These brochures have been sent to every courthouse where domestic violence injunction hearings may be held.

The 2012 Florida Domestic Violence Benchbook is a comprehensive resource guide for judges who are on the domestic violence bench, or who may be expected to review filed petitions for protection against domestic violence, sexual violence, dating violence, or repeat violence. The benchbook provides information on every step of the injunction process, complete with flowcharts and checklists designed to provide at-a-glance illumination of the procedures the judge must follow. The benchbook has been distributed to every new judge, every judge ascending to the domestic violence bench, every duty judge who may be required to review petitions for protection against domestic violence, and are available on request to other judges and stakeholders.

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The Office of Court Improvement (OCI) has produced checklists for the four injunctions for protection against violence; these checklists are designed to be quick reference guides to the process for each type of injunction, beginning with the petition, and continuing through ordering the final injunction and enforcing it should there be any such issues. These guides are distributed with the Florida Domestic Violence Benchbook, but are also distributed separately due to their high demand.

The Dating Violence Checklist

The Repeat Violence Checklist

The Sexual Violence Checklist

The Domestic Violence Checklist

The Stalking Violence Checklist

Firearms Quick Reference Guide Word

The OCI has also produced a Quick Reference Guide for Florida Laws Regarding Firearms. This guide provides information on the state and federal laws governing possession of firearms as it is affected by domestic violence. This guide was sent out to Florida judges and is included in the updated Florida Domestic Violence Benchbook.

The OCI produces semi-annual newsletters about topics and events pertaining to current events. These newsletters inform readers of upcoming events, conferences, and projects that may be of interest. Also, each newsletter includes an article of interest relating to domestic violence. These newsletters are distributed to judges, court staff, and interested stakeholders.

The Domestic Violence Review, November 2012 PDF

This issue discusses sensative issues surrounding domestic violence in same-sex relationships and provides a look at an innovative program in Broward County.

The Domestic Violence Review, April 2012 PDF

This issue discusses the cultural context of domestic violence and provides a reivew of domestic violence statistics as reported in Florida.

The Domestic Violence Review, November 2011 PDF WORD

This issue discusses developmentally disabled victims of sexual abuse, and provides a list of articles for learning more about various domestic violence issues.

The Domestic Violence Review, April 2011 PDF RTF

This issue discusses elder abuse as a form of domestic violence, and provides a list of resources for learning more about elder abuse.

The Domestic Violence Review, November 2010 PDF RTF

This issue discusses elder cell phone and GPS tracking as it pertains to domestic violence.

The Domestic Violence Review, May 2010 PDF RTF

This issue discusses the influence domestic and sexual violence can have on the risk of developing cancer.

The Domestic Violence Review, November 2009 Word RTF

This issue discusses the differences between anger management and certified batterer intervention programs. It also examines human trafficking from the judge’s perspective.

The Domestic Violence Review, June 2009 Word RTF

This issue discusses teen violence dating facts. It also includes a short article titled, "Domestic Violence in Florida: A Day in the Life."

The Domestic Violence Review, December 2008 PDF RTF

This issue discusses elder the four different injunction types provided for by Florida law. It also provdes a list of helpful web resources regarding domestic, sexual, dating, and repeat violence.

Promising Practicing for Enforcing Final Injunctions

In 2012, the OCI conducted a 6-month pilot program to assess methods of enforcing final injunctions. As a result of the pilot, the OCI developed a promising practices guide for enforcing final injunctions. The steps outlined in the guide may assist courts in providing effective enforcement to ensure respondents follow the terms of the final order. This guide is available in PDF format, and as a Powerpoint slideshow.

Additionally, the OCI produced a final report on the pilot program, which details the process used in the pilot program, the results of the program, and future steps to promote the promising practices guide. This report is available in PDF format.

OCI Bibliography PDF RTF

The OCI has consolidated a list of useful domestic violence reading materials. This bibliography may provide more information on domestic violence issues.

2008 Statewide Domestic Violence Referral Guide PDF RTF

The 2008 Statewide Domestic Violence Referral Guide provides information for every circuit and county in Florida, listing addresses and telephone numbers for police departments, batterer intervention programs, and domestic violence shelters.

2008 Domestic Violence Strategic Plan WORD PPT

The 2008 Domestic Violence Strategic Plan, “Putting the Pieces Together,” details goals the OCI was pursuing as of 2008. The majority of goals being pursued are either completed or are projects the OCI will be working on in the near future.

The Best Practices Model on Child Support in Domestic Violence

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The Best Practices Model on Child Support in Domestic Violence provides helpful guidelines for judges facing child support issues in a domestic violence case. The Model provides step-by-step suggestions for every stage of a domestic violence case, and is distributed with the 2008 Florida Domestic Violence Benchbook. However, due to its success, it is also distributed separately.

2011 Case Management Guidelines PDF

The newly updated 2011 Case Management Guidelines provides Florida Case Managers with a valuable resource that examines each stage in the domestic violence process and outlines the case management process.

NCJFCJ Publications Page

The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (“NCJFCJ”) is a national organization dedicated to providing judges with trainings and publications for subjects such as domestic violence and child dependency. Their Publications page has several additional publications that may provide further information about domestic violence issues.