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ATF Agents Protect Victims of Domestic Violence by Enforcing Federal Gun Laws

December 15, 2020
Courtesy of Laura L. Rogers, Principal Deputy Director, Office on Violence Against Women
The Gun Control Act bans the possession of firearms by individuals convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence. United States Code (USC) Section 922(g)(9) allows for the removal of firearms. In passing the law, Congress noted that “anyone who attempts or threatens violence against a loved one has demonstrated that he or she poses an unacceptable risk, and should be prohibited from possessing firearms.” In the new episode of our Patchwork podcast, Regina Lombardo, who heads the Bureau...
Updated December 15, 2020

Furthering the Promise: Increasing Opportunities for Education

December 11, 2020
This year marks the 30th anniversary of President George H.W. Bush’s signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law. Throughout 2020, the Civil Rights Division is publishing a series of blog posts highlighting the impact that ADA enforcement efforts have had on people’s lives. We celebrate the many ways the ADA has transformed American society and enabled a generation of Americans with disabilities to thrive. At the same time, we recognize that many barriers to equal opportunity still exist. We recommit to our work of making the promise of the ADA a reality, enabling all Americans with disabilities to achieve their dreams and reach their full potential.
Updated December 11, 2020

OPDAT Recognizes International Anti-Corruption Day with Series of Global Events

December 9, 2020
Through its global work, the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance and Training (OPDAT) provides expert assistance and case-based mentoring to foreign counterparts to address corruption issues that not only impact their countries but also foster transnational criminal activities.
Updated December 9, 2020

U.S. Attorneys Protect Victims of Domestic Violence by Enforcing Federal Gun Laws

December 8, 2020
Courtesy of Laura L. Rogers, Principal Deputy Director, Office on Violence Against Women
At the Office on Violence Against Women, we frequently share stories about the work performed by recipients of our grant programs to highlight the partnerships that help keep people safe. I am always in awe of the creativity, dedication and sizable difference these grant programs make in the lives of victims and survivors. As a former prosecutor, today I am excited to discuss a program that works to prevent domestic violence homicides and to discuss the role that U.S. Attorneys play in helping...
Updated December 8, 2020

OPDAT and Latin American Partners Share Best Practices in Combating Transnational Crime and Terrorist Financing in 6-Part Virtual Seminar Series

December 3, 2020
OPDAT delivered Pan American Anti-money laundering / Counter Terrorism Financing Seminar Series to more than 250 prosecutors, judges, and analysts from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, México, Panamá, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay.
Updated December 3, 2020

At the Intersection of Domestic Violence and Firearms is the Enforcement of Federal Gun Laws

December 1, 2020
Courtesy of Laura L. Rogers, Principal Deputy Director, Office on Violence Against Women
With the onset of COVID-19, victim advocates and other service providers encountered new challenges and developed innovative ways to aid victims and survivors of domestic violence in these unprecedented times. With these new approaches, we have expanded the tools in our tool boxes to fight domestic violence, both during and after the pandemic. Yet, with all of this innovation and creativity, we still must remember the basics to stop the violence and keep victims safe. Research establishes the...
Updated December 1, 2020

Engaging Men to End Domestic Violence

November 18, 2020
Courtesy of Laura L. Rogers, Principal Deputy Director, Office on Violence Against Women
One of our priorities here at OVW is engaging men in the effort to stop domestic and sexual violence. While it is often men who commit acts of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking, males can also be victims of these crimes so engaging men is not a stereotypical activity at OVW. We seek to engage men as part of the solution not just in terms of educating them about their personal actions in intimate relationships, but also in their roles as fathers, friends and...
Updated November 18, 2020

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