The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office understands the needs of victims of domestic violence. Investigators are assigned to the Domestic Violence Unit to assist victims in their cases. Along with these investigators, there are numerous services available locally to assist victims of domestic violence.

Obviously, if the situation is an emergency, dial 911.

Local domestic violence hotline: 318-323-1505

Local area links for assistance in regards to domestic violence:

• Family Justice Center of Ouachita Parish (http://yourfjc.org/)

• The Wellspring (http://wellspringofnela.org/)

• The Family Justice Center Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/FJCOuachitaParish/)

• Louisiana Automated Victim Notification System (LAVNS) (https://www.vinelink.com/#/home/site/19000)