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Domestic violence is a problem throughout the United States, including Illinois. Studies show that domestic abuse results in more injuries that require medical attention than rape, accidents, and muggings put together. Anyone who hits, kicks, chokes, harasses, threatens, or interferes with the personal liberty of a family or household member has committed a crime. Amendments to the Illinois Domestic Violence Act of 1986 have mandated that law enforcement act to protect victims of domestic violence. This assistance can come in the form of an order of protection, which is often referred to as a restraining order. It is important

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