Step 7: Items to Take
When Leaving
When victims leave partners, it is important to take
certain items with them. Beyond this, the victim sometimes
gives an extra copy of papers and an extra set of
clothing to a friend just in case they have to leave
quickly.
Items with an asterisk on the following list are
the most important to take. If there is time, the
other items might be taken, or stored outside the
house. These items might be placed in one location,
so that if we have to leave in a hurry, I can grab
them quickly.
When I leave, I should have:
**Identification for myself
**Children's birth certificates
**My birth certificate
**Social security card
**School and vaccination records
**Money
**Checkbook/savings book, ATM, and credit cards
**Keys - house/car/office
**Drivers' License, Registration, Proof of Insurance
**Medication
Welfare identification, work permits, green card
Passport(s), divorce papers
Medical Records (for all family members)
Lease/rental agreement, house deed/mortgage payment
books
Insurance papers
Personal/Special sentimental itmes
Address book
Pictures, jewelry
Child/ren's favorite toys and/or blankets
Telephone Numbers I need to know:
Police/Sheriff: ________________________________________
Fire: ________________________________________________
County Attorney: ______________________________________
Clerk of Court: _______________________________________
Attorney: ____________________________________________
Domestic Violence Agency: _____________________________
Others: _____________________________________________
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I will keep this document in a safe place and out
of the reach of my potential attacker.
Review Date: _______________________________________
If help is needed in filling out this plan, talk to
domestic abuse advocate for assistance.
