Domestic Abuse Investigator Job Opportunities

Domestic Abuse Investigator Jobs - Canada

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Domestic Abuse Investigator Job Description

Domestic abuse investigators are responsible for working with law enforcement agents to research, analyze and investigate domestic violence offenses and accusations.

Domestic Abuse Investigator Job Duties

• Investigate the scenes of domestic crimes

• Interview victims, witnesses and suspects

• Gather and examine evidence

• Obtain photos and medical records of the victim’s injuries

• Review police reports to determine if charges should be dropped or kept

• Conduct research pertaining to a suspect’s history of domestic violence

• May testify as a witness during court proceedings

• Refer victims to community resources

Scholarships for Becoming a Domestic Abuse Investigator

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