THE MICHIGAN PENAL CODE (EXCERPT) Act 328 of 1931. Michigan's Domestic Violence Hotline – 1-866-VOICEDV – is a free and confidential resource for victims to call, text or chat.Domestic violence is abuse between family members or related persons. If you or someone you know has experienced domestic or dating violence, you are encouraged to contact UMPD immediately at (734) 763-1131. Some courts may have an advocate that can assist you. A PPO is a court order to protect a person from someone who has sexually assaulted you, or someone who has made you afraid of being assaulted. Who can be the victim of domestic violence? Per Michigan law, domestic violence is not limited to acts between spouses or former spouses. Michigan law refers to both assault and assaultandbattery offenses. Domestic violence includes things like physical assaults, threats, stalking, sexual abuse, and verbal, emotional, or financial abuse.