Welcome
The “Zero Tolerance for Domestic Violence”
Initiative (Zero Tolerance) is a multi-jurisdictional
partnership designed to reduce domestic
violence, family violence, and elder abuse in
Contra Costa County. The Initiative objectives
are implemented through a comprehensive,
coordinated, and community-wide approach
that interrupts the progressive cycle of violence.
The Initiative develops and delivers direct
services through its partners and
advances policy change. Zero Tolerance is a collaborative effort among many disciplines:
- Superior Court of California, Contra Costa County
- Office of the Sheriff
- Office of the District Attorney
- Office of the Public Defender
- Employment and Human Services (including Children & Family Services, Workforce
Services, and Adult Protective Services)
- Probation Department
- Health Departments (AODS, APS, others…)
And the following community service providers:
- STAND! Against Domestic Violence
- Bay Area Legal Aid
- Community Violence Solutions
