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

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

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

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

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

Learn more about the housing rights and protections survivors have under the Illinois Safe Homes Act and the Violence Against Women Act.

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.

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

Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about asylum in the US.

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

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

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

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

Learn about the ways a person can apply for asylum, associated fees, and what happens after someone files.