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A continuación, verá leyes específicas de este estado que pueden ser útiles para víctimas y sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica. Esta información está escrita en un formato de “preguntas y respuestas” que busca proveerle información fácil de entender. También puede contactarnos a través la Línea Informativa por email si tiene preguntas más específicas.
Information about domestic violence restraining orders and stalking protection orders in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Basic information about custody in the Virgin Islands.
Basic information about child support in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
This page addresses some general (not territory-specific) laws of one parent taking a child out of the state or country, without the other parent’s consent.
Territory-specific information about divorce in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Information about the U.S. Virgin Islands’ state law that provides employment protections for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault who need to take time off work to handle issues related to the abuse.
Information about crimes the abuser may have committed in the Virgin Islands and victim assistance programs.
If you are a victim of domestic violence, it may be illegal for the abuser to buy or have a gun.
You may have a right to sue an abuser for medical costs, lost wages, and to recover your property.
