Obtaining a Protective/Restraining Order
A survivor may choose to request a restraining order. This is an order that protects those who have experienced or are reasonably in fear of violence, sexual assault, stalking or threats of violence. Contact the CARE Advocate or call the Cooperative Restraining Order Clinic at 415-255-0165 for free and confidential assistance.
Filing a Civil Suit
Whether or not criminal charges have been filed, a survivor may choose to file a civil suit. A civil suit presents an opportunity to recover actual damages such as compensation for medical expenses, lost wages or property damage. Contact the CARE Advocate for free and confidential assistance with this process.
State and Federal Discrimination Reporting Options
- Information about how to file a complaint with the EEOC - eeoc.gov/youth/how-file-complaint
- Information about the San Francisco District Office of the EEOC - eeoc.gov/field-office/sanfrancisco/location
- California Civil Rights Department The Civil Rights Department is the state agency charged with enforcing California’s civil rights laws. The mission of the CRD is to protect the people of California from unlawful discrimination in employment, housing, businesses, and state-funded programs, and from bias-motivated violence and human trafficking.
- For more information about filing a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department, visit: calcivilrights.ca.gov/complaintprocess
