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State Response to Military Interpersonal Violence

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Key Message

Interpersonal violence is a pattern of harmful behavior in which one person uses various forms of abuse to assert power and control over another. States can further protect victims of interpersonal violence by enhancing statutes that increase accessibility to civilian protection orders for victims and mandating reciprocal information sharing between military and civilian law enforcement authorities.

Analysis

Addressing issues of sexual assault, domestic violence, abuse and harassment within the military is important for maintaining a focused and ready force. The department has expanded protection, access to justice and victim support services to assist those impacted by interpersonal violence through specialized resources such as counseling, advocacy and legal assistance.

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The military has an obligation to support service members and their families as they navigate hardship both on and off duty. Through the implementation of interpersonal violence policies at the state level, we empower victims, deter offenders and create an environment that is conducive to readiness.

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