Know the Laws: U.S. Virgin Islands
- State Law Overview
Most of the laws related to domestic violence and sexual assault are based on state law.
- Restraining Orders
Information about restraining orders in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
- Custody
Information about custody, child support and parental kidnapping.
- Parental Kidnapping
Information about parental kidnapping and emergency custody in the Virgin Islands.
- Divorce
General information about divorce.
- Crimes
General information (not state-specific) about crimes the abuser may have committed.
- State Gun Laws
If you have a restraining order or the abuser has been convicted of a crime, it may be illegal for the abuser to have a gun.
- Suing Your Abuser
You may have a right to sue your abuser for medical costs, lost wages, and to recover your property.
Federal Laws
- Immigration
Immigration information for victims of domestic violence or sexual abuse.
- Federal Gun Laws
Under federal law, which applies to all states, an abuser may lose his right to have a gun.
- Military
Information about military protection orders and confidentiality on military bases.
Tribal Laws
- Tribal Law
Information about tribal laws related to domestic violence and sexual abuse.
Religious Law
- Jewish Get Law (Divorce Law)
A get is a divorce under Jewish law.