Policy & Advocacy

dc bldg DCVLP uses its one-on-one experience with victims and at-risk children to advocate for better policies and legislation, and increased funding. We are active members of a number of local groups — who are working on these issues today — including:

DC Consortium of Legal Service Providers
DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Victim Assistance Network
Victim Legal Network of DC

White Paper on Right to Attorney: Access to Justice for All

We have issued a white paper on the disastrous effects of PCP upon a parent, including violent and psychotic behavior. These effects must be carefully considered in cases involving custody of a child. Read the paper here.

White Paper on Risks Associated with Parental Use of PCP

Amicus Brief

DCVLP has signed onto a number of amicus briefs in support of domestic violence victims. An amicus brief is submitted to the court by a third party as “a friend of the court” in order to assist the court in making its decision. It can be an effective way to assist the victim in the present case and improve case law for future victims/litigants facing the same legal issues.

Carrell v US – Brief of Amici Curiae