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How To Conduct the Forensic Medical Exam for a Strangled Victim of DV

Webinar

Agency: Family Justice Center Alliance

How To Conduct the Forensic Medical Exam for a Strangled Victim of Domestic Violence

Icon of a time indicator to show this indicates how long something takes to read or learn. 1 hour, 37 minutes, 12 seconds

Publication Date: Feb 2024

This training, by the Family Justice Alliance Center, covers the steps of conducting a DV forensic medical exam, use of forms, history & physical examination, forensic photography, screening for strangulation, and more.

Topic(s):

Strangulation Trauma

VAWA Crime(s):

Domestic Violence

Role(s):

Other Role

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