Address Confidentiality Program
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The Office of the Indiana Attorney General works to assist victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking by helping them return to normal, safe lives. One of the ways the attorney general’s office does this is through the Address Confidentiality Program.
How it works
Participants in the program are assigned confidential addresses.
Mail received at these confidential addresses is sent to the
attorney general’s office for processing. Then, first-class mail
is forwarded on to the victims’ actual homes. Through these
steps, a great deal of safety can be achieved.
Who is eligible
Only victims of domestic violence with protective orders in place
are eligible for the Address Confidentiality Program. And all
victims must be referred through a trained victim’s advocate.
The Address Confidentiality Program cannot accept applications
directly from those wishing to join the program.
If those initial requirements are met, participation in the
program may be offered to:
- Individuals at least 18 years of age or
- A parent or guardian acting on behalf of a minor or
- A guardian acting on behalf of an incapacitated person
In addition, individuals must:
- Have a valid protective order in place
- Be a victim of domestic violence
- Fear for their safety
How to apply
Trained victim advocates are the only people who can refer
domestic abuse victims to the program. However, those
wishing to learn more about the program can call
800-321-1907 or e-mail the Address Confidentiality
Program at confidential@atg.state.in.us.
Additional important information
The Address Confidentiality Program keeps all personal information
private. However, the information must be released if it is
requested by law enforcement officers. Private information may
also be released by court order.
Participation in the program is not permanent. Participants must
renew their status in the program every two years. Additionally,
the addresses of victims in the program must be kept current
with the attorney general’s office.
For additional information, please call the attorney general’s
office at 800-321-1907.
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