Domestic Violence

Contact Information

A/Captain Michael Blahota
Phone: (732) 721-5600, Ext. 3180
Fax: (732) 607-7938

Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT)
Phone: (732) 721-5600, Ext. 3620
(This number is not a hotline.)
Email: OBDVRT@oldbirdge.com

The DVRT is always seeking volunteers.
For information about the volunteer program and to apply,
please click on the link below.

DVRT Volunteer Information & Application

Volunteer Background Check Authorization/ Release Form

Resources

NO ONE DESERVES TO BE ABUSED
For more information, visit the
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence.  

Domestic Violence Hotline
800-572-SAFE (7233)

NJ State Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-225-0196

Women Aware 24-Hour Hotline
732-249-4504 

New Jersey Coalition for battered Women
609-584-8107

If you are in immediate danger, dial 9-1-1

Domestic Violence is a crime. If you see it, hear it or feel it - Report It! Examples of abuse are: 

  • Harassment and intimidation

  • Physical assault including punching, slapping, hitting, pushing, choking, kicking

  • Threats of physical assault

  • Forced sexual activity

  • Restraint or confinement against one's will

  • Name calling and put-downs which destroy someone's self-esteem
    Domestic violence is not limited to physical abuse.  Emotional, sexual or threat tactics are also forms of domestic violence. 

Click here to learn more about the signs of abuse.

The Domestic Violence Act applies to: 
A person 18 years of age or older, or an emancipated minor, who has been subjected to domestic violence by a spouse, former spouse, or any other person who is a present or a former household member; any person, regardless of age, who has been subjected to domestic violence by a person with whom the victim has a child in common or if one of the parties is pregnant or has had a dating relationship.

Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT)

The Domestic Violence Response Team can provide victims with free confidential crisis intervention services, including immediate contact with victims, information and referral data, assisting services and telephone numbers. Team members respond to police headquarters and assist officers with interview/referral information and with restraining order preparation.

The DVRT can arrange advice for:

  • Bilingual communication

  • Safe Housing - Shelter

  • Information on legal rights

  • Court preparation and accompaniment for restraining order

  • Drop-in counseling

  • Support Groups

  • Community education