Know the Laws: North Carolina
- State Law Overview
Most of the laws relevant to domestic violence and sexual assault are based on state law.
- Restraining Orders
Information about Domestic Violence Protection Orders and Moving with a Protection Order.
- Custody
Information about custody in North Carolina.
- Parental Kidnapping
This page addresses the general (not state-specific) laws of one parent taking a child out of the state or country, without the other parent's consent.
- Divorce
General information about divorce with links to North Carolina-specific information.
- Crimes
General information (not state-specific) about crimes your abuser may have committed.
- Gun Laws
If you are a victim of domestic violence or sexual assault, then it may be illegal for your abuser to buy or have a gun.
- Suing Your Abuser
General information about your right to sue your abuser for medical costs, destroyed property, or other damages.
Federal Laws
Tribal Laws
- Tribal Law
Information about tribal laws related to domestic violence and sexual abuse.