a survivor of abuse or crime (domestic violence, trafficking, sexual assault, gun violence)

Explore the different kinds of restraining orders and protective orders available in Illinois to keep you safe.

Learn the steps to get a domestic violence Order of Protection.

Learn more about a domestic violence Order of Protection and how to get one.

Learn about steps to take to get a Stalking No Contact Order in Illinois.

Explore what an Order of Protection is and how it can help a survivor of domestic violence.

Learn more about stalking, what it is, and what legal options are available to survivors.

Explains how to report a crime, including how to contact police, protections for immigrants, and available legal help, especially for victims seeking U or T Visas or VAWA support.

Learn more about the steps needed to enforce a domestic violence Order of Protection against an abuser who violates the order.

Learn more about the steps to getting a sexual assault Civil No Contact Order in Illinois.

This FAQ explores Violence Against Women Act ("VAWA") cancellation of removal for abused immigrants in removal proceedings. This will cancel the removal or deportation of an applicant and grant the applicant lawful permanent residence.

Learn more about ways to enforce a domestic violence Order of Protection.

Explore information about how an employer can get a Workplace Protection Restraining Order in Illinois.

A program to help you request time off of work to deal with problems caused by violence under Victims' Economic Security and Safety Act (VESSA).

This article discusses the most frequently asked questions about U visas.

Describes what a hate crime is and how to report it.

Undocumented victims of certain crimes, including domestic violence, and the families of the victims can qualify to stay in the United States. Both a U Visa and the Violence Against Women Act or VAWA can be used to protect you from an abuser and stay in the country.