Created in 1996, the Family Violence Bureau is responsible for prosecuting domestic violence cases, including child abuse and vulnerable adult abuse offenses committed in Maricopa County. This bureau also handles domestic violence homicides and child abuse homicides.

Family violence differs from other types of violent crimes because of the relationship between the abuser and victim. Working in cooperation with several local agencies, the County Attorney's Office has created a standardized approach to the investigation and prosecution of family violence cases. The goal is to reduce the amount and frequency of abuse in our community.

The Maricopa County Domestic Violence Protocol (PDF), a guide for law enforcement, prosecutors, victim advocates, intervention programs, and the judicial system to help ensure that justice is served and the families in our community are kept safe.

Additional Resources and Links

Child Protective Services
Child Abuse Hotline
1-800-SOS-CHILD (1-800-767-2445)

Childhelp USA
Child Abuse Hotline
1-800-4-A-CHILD (422-4453)
ChildHelp.org

Adult Protective Services (APS)-Adult Abuse Hotline:
1-877-SOS-ADULT (1-877-767-2385)
TDD: 1-877-815-8390
AZDES.gov/ReportAdultAbuse

National Sexual Abuse Hotline – RAINN
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
RAINN.org

Community Information & Referral
(602) 263-8856

Family Advocacy Center
(602) 534-2120

Maricopa County Attorney’s Office
Victim Services Division
(602) 506-8522

Maricopa County Superior Court
Access Superior Court information by using case number or defendant’s name
SuperiorCourt.Maricopa.gov