Domestic Violence Section

Created in 1997 through a federal grant, this section focuses its efforts on the service of domestic violence warrants and temporary protective orders. Domestic violence incidents, unfortunately, have been increasing at an alarming rate. These offenses are very volatile and dangerous both for the individuals involved and for the law enforcement officers who intervene. Domestic Violence Investigators are specially trained to deal with the situation they encounter and to provide assistance to the victims of these offenses.

In 2002 the Domestic Violence Section received 2,435 Temporary Protective Orders for service, 444 of which required eviction of one or more involved individuals.

This link offers a page of helpful information about the specifics of domestic violence. It covers the terms and their meanings. Some steps that can be taken to remedy the circumstances is also given, however, you should consult counselors for the best advice.

Contact Information & Shelters

Cobb County Sheriff's Office
Domestic Violence Unit
185 Roswell Street
Marietta, Georgia 30060
Telephone:(770) 499-4677 or (770) 499-4633

YWCA Crisis Intervention
48 Henderson Street, Marietta, GA., 30064
Telephone: (404) 427-3492
Hotline/Crisis: (404)427-3390

State-Wide Toll Free Hot-line
1-800-33-HAVEN (334-2836)
Automatically connects to nearest family violence agency.