20: Mary Knox Talks Domestic Violence

On this episode, Mary Knox, a longtime prosecutor with the Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office joins me to talk domestic violence. Knox shares some insights on domestic violence and what is needed to move forward in cases. In Contra Costa County, there have been several fatal incidents recently related to domestic violence. She shares why victims may stay with abusers, touch on the mental aspect, what law enforcement role is, dealing with a narcissist person, what really happens if someone doesn’t follow a restraining order,  what to do if you think someone is being abused and can abusers change? We also share resources available.

 

Contra Costa County Resources

• Your local Police Department or emergency- 911
• STAND! For Families Free of Violence: 888-215-5555
• Family Justice Center: 925-281-0970
• Community Violence Solutions: 800-670-7273
• District Attorney’s Office Victim of Crime Services: 925-957-8650
• Bay Area Legal Aid: 800-551-5554
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-SAFE