Maricopa Association of Governments

MAG Regional

24-Hour National Domestic Violence Hotline/Teléfono Nacional 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
CONTACS Shelter Hotline for Maricopa County 602-263-8900 or 1-800-799-7739
In an emergency, call 9-1-1

Domestic Violence Awareness Information

MAG Regional Domestic Violence Council: Making a Difference for 10 Years

PHOENIX (October 1, 2010) — Domestic violence calls are among the most common and most dangerous emergency calls police receive, generating about 49,000 police reports and resulting in a cost of $18-26 million to the criminal justice system. Ensuring that these calls are handled appropriately is the focus of a new program being highlighted as part of Domestic Violence Awareness month. A mock crime scene will help tell the story of the key elements necessary to build and prosecute a domestic violence case. Read more...

• For the most up-to-date information about the MAG Regional Domestic Violence Council including upcoming meetings and recent documents, visit the MAG Regional Domestic Violence Council Committee Page.
• We appreciate any comments or questions you may have. Click here to e-mail us or call 602-254-6300.

The following links take you to related pages on the MAG Web site.

Also see links to other Domestic Violence Prevention Sites.