An
indirect indicator for households affected by domestic violence (DV)
is used to select the sub-sample for this report using only the
quantitative survey data.
Domestic & Dating Violence: An information and resource handbook
September 2007
A resource handbook providing basic information on domestic and dating violence, including impacts on children. The handbook offers information on legal options, local Whatcom County resources, and ways to help.
2006 Annual Report
An annual review of the work of the Bellingham-Whatcom County Commission Against Domestic Violence, including a financial statement and a message from the Commission Chair.
A Report from the 2006 Domestic Violence Safety and Accountability Audit
March 2007
Thirteen gaps in the fabric of safety and accountability in the City
of Bellingham Prosecutor's Office, the Whatcom County Prosecutor's
Office, and Whatcom County District Court Probation are identified
in this report. The gaps, and accompanying recommendations, were
identified by a trained 10 member local audit team as they conducted
a Domestic Violence Safety and Accountability Audit. The findings
and gaps identify aspects of the prosecution and probation response
that need attention in order to provide the most safety-driven and
victim-oriented response possible.
Domestic Violence in Whatcom County:
2000 - 2005
December 2006
This 23-page report provides a compilation of Whatcom County domestic violence data
from 2000 through 2005. The report focuses on criminal justice data, such as domestic violence offenses as reported by law enforcement, domestic violence related bookings at the Whatcom County jail, as well as misdemeanor and felony domestic violence filings and dispositions. The report also includes data from domestic violence victim service and perpetrator treatment providers.
Domestic Violence in Whatcom County:
1998 - 2004
May 2006
This 24-page report provides a compilation of Whatcom County domestic violence data
from 1998 through 2004. The report focuses on criminal justice data, such as domestic violence offenses as reported by law enforcement, domestic violence related bookings at the Whatcom County jail, as well as misdemeanor and felony domestic violence filings and dispositions. The report also includes data from domestic violence victim service and perpetrator treatment providers.
Review of Arrests of Women on Domestic Violence Related Charges
April 2005
In response to a recommendation from Whatcom County’s Domestic Violence Safety and Accountability Audit, an assessment was conducted of cases where women were arrested for assaulting a male partner to determine if there were any problematic practices in two Whatcom County law enforcement agencies.
Domestic Violence in Whatcom County: A Compilation of Data
March 2005
This 30-page report provides a compilation of Whatcom County domestic violence data through 2003. The report focuses on criminal justice data, such as domestic violence offenses as reported by law enforcement, domestic violence related bookings at the Whatcom County jail, as well as misdemeanor and felony domestic violence filings and dispositions. The report also includes data from domestic violence victim service and perpetrator treatment providers. Some data is available from 1998-2003, whereas other data is only available for 2003.
Findings from Domestic Violence Victim/Survivor Focus Groups:
Responses to Whatcom County Safety Audit Recommendations:
Law Enforcement Practices
March 2004
Over two-dozen survivors of domestic violence in Whatcom County were asked about their experiences with four law enforcement practices that are considered “best practices” in response to domestic violence calls. Through focus groups, the Commission learned that interventions designed to enhance safety for victims and to increase accountability for offenders, come with risks for many victims and survivors of domestic violence.
