If victims want to file criminal charges in a domestic violence case, they should first contact their local police agency, and then contact the Family Criminal Law Division (FCLD) for information about protective orders, Magistrate's Orders for Emergency Protection (MOEP) and other safety measures.

Protective Orders can be obtained through the District Attorney's office, Family Criminal Law Division (FCLD). For additional information regarding Protective Orders and Magistrate's Orders for Emergency Protection (MOEP), please contact:

Harris County District Attorney's Office
Family Criminal Law Division
1201 Franklin 2nd Floor
Houston, Texas 77002
713-755-5888

Interviewing Hours, First-Come, First-Served Basis: Monday through Friday 8:00am-3:00pm

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Offsite Links
	Texas Council on Family Violence (TCFV) NDVH - National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAVE (7233) 1-800-787-3224 (TTY)