Abuse of Power

THE clearinghouse on police-perpetrated domestic violence

...providing a needed resource for victims and advocates

Resources

Abuseofpower.info provides a much needed resource for victims and advocates. We are committed to sharing this information with police victims and advocates

Police Power and Control Wheel: The tactics of power and control used by abusers in law enforcement presented in the familiar Duluth Domestic Abuse Intervention Project power & control wheel format.

Recommended reading: Books which we find to be of particular interest.

Links: Organizations and resources cited throughout our Web site.

Annotated Safety Plan for Police Victims: The standard safety plan for victims of domestic violence or stalking is often inadequate for victims of police officers. This plan addresses their specific needs. (Available on request.)

Safety in an Electronic World: A batterer who is a law enforcement officer can use networks, databases and related technologies to track and stalk his victim. (Available on request.)