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Jeanne Shaheen: “That is a real problem. Many women initially rely on the police or an ambulance to remove them from unsafe situations…”

On the recordMay 17, 2012
That is a real problem. Many women initially rely on the police or an ambulance to remove them from unsafe situations, but their problems continue once they reach a shelter or crisis center. They have no way to get to court for hearings related to protective orders, child custody and divorce. One of the directors of the crisis center in Berlin in the North Country of New Hampshire spends at least 25 percent of her time taking women to and from court. Due to recent State budget cuts, the closest courthouse is 45 minutes away. That is a significant investment of time and money.
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Jeanne Shaheen
Democratic · New Hampshire
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May 17, 2012

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