Advocates seek to strengthen laws against domestic violence in Oregon's 2023 legislative session
In Washington County, the Family Justice Center reported a 20-year high in cases of domestic abuse. Lawmakers will consider policy changes in the upcoming session.
Washington County's abuse survivor resources are expanding
U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici visited the Family Justice Center in Beaverton to hear about its resources and new project.
Family Justice Center of Washington County removes barriers for survivors of domestic abuse
Services at the Family Justice Center of Washington County include a child care room, where family support worker Esthefania Aguiar tends to children while their parents are meeting with advocates for survivors of domestic violence
Washington Co. D.A.’s office to form new domestic violence unit
Survivors can also file a police report with detectives at the FJC and attend remote court via video in a private room, so they don’t have to face their abuser in person.
District Attorney’s Office Proud Supporter of Family Justice Center
It has been open for less than a year, but it hasn’t taken long for the Family Justice Center of Washington County to make an impact on the community.
Washington County celebrates grand opening of Family Justice Center
BEAVERTON, Ore. – Washington County officials are celebrating the grand opening of a facility they hope will help break the cycle of domestic violence.
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