State statutes and federal legislation provide a legal framework for interpersonal violence and abuse. Additionally, critical information is available through the following links regarding the rights that are afforded and the options available to victims/survivors. 

State Laws

• NJ Sexual Assault statute
• NJ Sexual Assault Survivor Protection Act
• New Jersey Campus Sexual Assault Victim's Bill of Rights Act
• NJ Domestic Violence statute
• NJ Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
  • What is it?
  • How do I get one?
• NJ Stalking statute

Federal

• Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013
• Clery Act
  •  Princeton University’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (2010 to present)
• Rape Abuse Incest National Network’s State Law Database