Abuse comes in many forms in Doña Ana County. Would you know for sure if you saw it? Even if you have that internal alarm going off but you’re not sure, Speak up! Law enforcement will take all precautions to ensure your fellow community members are safe. Domestic abuse is defined as behavior in any relationship that may result in injuries and harm.
1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men are living in fear due to domestic abuse. Abuse thrives in isolation.
If you suspect or witness domestic abuse, alert law enforcement.
Domestic abuse can come in various forms. While not always physical, abuse often follows an escalating pattern and continually worsens over time. It is important to understand the different types of domestic abuse to recognize the signs.
Domestic violence is a type of domestic abuse in which the abuser becomes physically violent toward their partner. This is the most recognized form of domestic abuse and the most dangerous to the victim.
Emotional abuse occurs when the victim is verbally and mentally abused by their attacker. This may come in various forms and is highly damaging to the victim’s mental state and autonomy.
Sexual abuse can show itself as a form of human trafficking and can also be considered domestic violence if physical violence becomes a part of the act.
Technological abuse is the act of utilizing devices to stalk, track, and monitor the victim and ignores personal boundaries.
Financial abuse is a sabotage on the victim’s work life and financial assets, with the goal of limiting income and damaging professional goals.
Sex trafficking or other forms of human trafficking depend on the Transportation systems like truck and bus stops to operate, moving victims from location to location.
Sex traffickers may groom victims by using love (romantic, friendship, familial) to manipulate victims into cooperating with exploitation.
While there may be various clues that an individual is being sex trafficked, it’s important to recognize the most common signs that it may be occurring.
If you suspect an individual is in danger, alert law enforcement immediately.
Traffickers may be family members, romantic partners, acquaintances, or strangers.
Sex trafficking comes with a diverse set of venues and businesses in which these acts take place. Some common locations may include but are not limited to:
