BALLSTON SPA, NY – Saratoga County District Attorney Karen Heggen announced today that her office is shining a light on Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October. Heggen reminds residents that the office remains a resource for victims of domestic violence and will continue to prosecute offenders and provide support and informational resources to victims.
The Saratoga County Board of Supervisors proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Saratoga County. Click below to view the resolution.
Resolution 223 – 2023 DV Awareness Month
In recognition of the ongoing need for support of domestic violence victims and those who serve them, the District Attorney’s Office is sponsoring a collection of used cell phones. All items collected will be donated to help survivors of domestic violence in Saratoga County. Those wishing to contribute to the collection drive may bring their used cell phones to the District Attorney’s Office at 25 West High Street, Building 4, Ballston Spa, NY until October 31, 2023.
“The prevalence of domestic violence is such that everyone knows someone impacted by domestic violence,” Saratoga County District Attorney Karen Heggen said. “If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, please don’t hesitate to seek help.”
The Saratoga County District Attorney’s Office has been and continues to be a year-round advocate for victims of domestic violence. Attorneys in the Special Victims Unit specialize in both prosecuting abusers and working with victims of domestic violence. In addition, specialists within DA Heggen’s office work with domestic violence victims through the Crime Victim Unit and can be reached Monday through Friday at (518) 885-2263.
Members of the District Attorney’s Office are pictured wearing to bring awareness of the issues surrounding domestic violence.