Before You Leave Checklist
If possible, consider taking the items below with you when leaving an abusive relationship.
Identification
___ Drivers license
___ Children’s birth certificates
___ Your birth certificate
___ Social security cards
___ School and medical records
Financial
___ Money and/or credit cards
___ Bankbooks
___ Checkbooks
___ Safety deposit box key
Legal Papers
___ Your protection order
___ Lease, rental agreement, house deed, etc
___ Car registration & insurance papers
___ Work permits/Green Card/Visa
___ Passport
___ Divorce papers
___ Custody papers
___ Immunization records
Other
___ House and car keys
___ Medications for you and your children
___ Jewelry
___ Address book
___ Phone card
___ Pictures
___ Children’s small/favorite toys
___ Toiletries/diapers
___ Change of clothing for you and your children