Under KRS 403.785, officers are required to do what?

• A. Report suspected domestic violence to the Cabinet and take additional steps to protect victims.
• B. Arrest on sight in all domestic violence cases.
• C. Detain suspects for 24 hours.
• D. Do nothing mandatory.

Answer: (A)

The point of this rule is to ensure victims get immediate help and the case is connected to state support. When officers encounter suspected domestic violence, they must report the incident to the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services and take steps to protect the victim. That makes resources and safety planning available quickly, linking the survivor to services and protection as needed. It isn’t about arresting every suspect in every case or detaining someone for a set period, nor is it a call to do nothing; the emphasis is on reporting and taking protective actions to support the victim.