Domestic Violence in New Mexico

This may be difficult especially if your partner has isolated you; however, it is important to confide in a domestic violence advocate or hotline counselor who has been trained to help you.

• An advocate or domestic violence hotline counselor can help you figure out which friends and relatives might be able to help you.
• An advocate or hotline counselor can help you figure out alternatives if you have to leave at a time when your friend is not available.
• You may want to plan a code word or phrase to use on the telephone with a friend if you need to access help when your abuser is present. Tell your friend that when you say the code word or phrase it means you’re in trouble and you need them to dial 911 for you.
• If you feel comfortable, tell your neighbors about the violence and ask if they will call the police if suspicious noises are coming from your home

• Order of Protection
• ATM card
• money/ cab fare
• check book
• credit card
• passport
• green card
• work permit
• welfare ID
• coins to use in a pay phone or cell phone
• driver’s license & registration
• social security card
• your partner’s social security number
• medical records
• address book
• insurance policies
• important legal documents
• police records
• record of violence
• baby’s things (diapers, formula, medication)
• children’s school and immunization records
• birth certificates
• medications
• clothing
• eye glasses
• lease
• pictures
• anything of sentimental value
• non-perishable snacks for children (e.g. juice and crackers)