Kentucky First Lady Britainy Beshear today announced the launch of an interactive data dashboard and the release of the 2025 Domestic Violence Data Report, providing critical information to support victims, combat human trafficking, and enhance public safety across the commonwealth.
The new online resource allows the public to easily view and compare statewide domestic violence statistics by county and area development district, offering specific information on offenders, shelters, support services, and law enforcement outcomes. "Every Kentuckian – and every person – should be safe from these heinous crimes and Team Kentucky is committed to making progress as we create a safer commonwealth for everyone," Mrs. Beshear said, emphasizing the dashboard's role in targeting services and supporting survivors.
The 2025 Domestic Violence Data Report, now reflected in the dashboard, indicates that levels of domestic violence remained stable compared to the previous year. The report also noted an increase in electronic JC-3 forms filed upon responding to domestic violence incidents and a 4.23% increase in related arrests. However, there was a slight decrease in individuals utilizing services from ZeroV, the state’s coalition of domestic violence shelters. "No one should have to experience domestic violence, which is why my administration has worked to increase support for services and make sure our people are safe," Gov. Andy Beshear said.
Key figures from the 2025 report include 33,786 electronic JC-3 forms filed, 8,301 arrests for domestic or dating violence, and 20,129 emergency protective orders issued by courts. Additionally, 14,338 individuals received services from ZeroV's regional programs, which also handled 19,481 crisis/hotline calls. The interactive dashboard was developed and will be maintained by the Criminal Justice Statistical Analysis Center (CJSAC), which has compiled the state's annual reports since 2023. CJSAC Executive Director Andrew Ritzel said, "Our new dashboard will help us further prevent crime while supporting victims and helping law enforcement agencies, advocates and other stakeholders."
This initiative builds on previous legislative efforts, including Senate Bill 271 and House Bill 535, which mandated the collection and analysis of domestic violence data. The Beshear administration continues to prioritize victim support through various measures, including addressing the sexual assault kit backlog, reducing recidivism, and decreasing overdose deaths, aiming to make communities safer for all Kentuckians.