Worried your partner might have a history of domestic abuse?

Are you worried your partner might have a history of domestic abuse?

Did you know you can ask police for information about them through the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme?

Also known as Clare’s Law, it allows you to request information from police about whether a current or ex-partner has a history of domestic abuse or violence.

A disclosure can provide potentially life-saving information to help people make a more informed decision about whether to continue the relationship they’re in.

In 2024, we processed 1,564 applications.

Anyone can make an application for information if they are worried their current or ex-partner may have a history of abuse and are a risk to them.

Applications can be made online here http://www.durham.police.uk/.../request-information.../

If you or someone you know is experiencing sexual violence, tell us.

Call 101, or 999 if you or someone you know is in immediate danger.

If you don’t want to speak to the police, there are other people who can help:

• Call The Meadows Sexual Assault Referral Centre on 0330 223 0099 or visit sarcdurham.co.uk
• The Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre (RSACC) offers free, specialist support to anyone who has experienced any form of sexual violence at any time in their lives. Call 01325 354119, email [email protected]or visit rsacc-thecentre.org.uk  
• The National Domestic Abuse Helpline is available 24 hours a day on 0808 2000 247.
• Local service, Harbour, is also available 24 hours a day on 03000 20 25 25, or visit myharbour.org.uk