We help develop new solutions and better responsiveness to domestic violence victims.

       Domestic Violence is pervasive throughout our society, and it occurs between people of all backgrounds; it also a leading cause of injury to women and children. The Domestic Violence Coordinating Committee (DVCC) is a product of a Task Force convened in 1984 by the Mayor’s Office to gather information on the growing number of domestic violence cases in Baltimore City.Today the DVCC helps identify and implement improvements in system response to domestic violence and sexual assault through legislation, education, and policy development. 

       Committee representatives include participants from the Judiciary, Baltimore Police Department, Pretrial Release Services, Parole and Probation, State’s Attorney’s Office, House of Ruth, Women’s Law Center of Maryland, Adelante Familia, District Court, the Sheriff’s Office, Mercy Medical Center, and staff of the CJCC.  The goals of the committee are:

• Coordinating a consistent message and response concerning domestic violence
• Promoting cooperation, coordination, and communication among the courts, criminal justice agencies, and service providers in Baltimore City
• Creating in Baltimore City a safe environment for victims of abuse
• Ensuring that abusers are held accountable for their illegal behavior.