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Caleb Lunetta
Senior Staff Writer
Senior Staff Writer
According to a number of local experts and law enforcement officials, there are two key components to the domestic violence system that require additional support: funding and a lack of education.
A combination of increased substance abuse, a lack of shelter options and a backlogged court system made it difficult for victims to get timely help.
"As a court reporter, the increase in domestic violence cases on court dockets transformed my understanding of domestic violence in the 21st century."