Frequently Asked Questions
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1. Seek Immediate Safety
If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
2. Seek Further Help:
Contact a domestic violence shelter like one of the below, who can help you gather important documents and plan safe ways to leave if needed:
Safe House Denver: 24-hour crisis & information line at 303-318-9989. Provides emergency shelter, advocacy, and support services.
TESSA (Colorado Springs): Safe Line at 719-633-3819. Offers shelter, counseling, legal assistance, and support for children.
Crossroads Safehouse (Northern Colorado): Emergency safe housing, advocacy, legal help, and rapid rehousing.
Violence Free Colorado: Search for a community-based agency near you for confidential support, safety planning, emergency shelter, and legal information.
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 or text “START” to 88788.
3. Learn About Legal Protections
You can request a Protection Order (aka restraining order) from the Court. We at New Phase Law can assist you in seeking a Temporary Protection Order or in asking the Court to convert a TPO into a Permanent Protection Order.
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