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2. A temporary protective order 3. A law enforcement report of domestic/family violence 4. Documentation of domestic/family violence from an agency, professional, friend, or relative from whom the individual has sought assistance in dealing with domestic/family violence. NOTE: In the absence of documentary evidence it is acceptable to obtain the applicant's signed statement that he/she is a victim of domestic/family violence. B. At least one TANF program requirement is being waived due to a current domestic/family violence situation in the applicant's life. C. An IEP is developed which includes the requirement that the individual must cooperate with the DVA agency. D. DSS Form 3734, TANF Domestic Violence Waiver Assessment, is completed. NOTE: In the event an applicant meets one of the time limit exceptions and meets criteria to receive a DV waiver, the 24-month time limit exception policy takes precedence.

CHIP Code Use CHIP Code FV, "Family Violence" on FAIP for reapplications that occur after the expiration of the 24-month time limit.

18.9 Relocation as Condition for Extension Agreement to relocate may be required as a condition of approval for an extension request. Individuals unable to obtain employment may be required to relocate, with state assistance, to another area to accept a bona fide job offer for a position that is not temporary or seasonal. Relocation may be within the same county.

1. Conditions of Relocation Relocation must have the potential to lead to self-reliance and the recipient should have secured (with the CM's assistance), adequate housing, child care and transportation in the area being considered for relocation before he/she is required to move.

2. Relocation to Escape Domestic/Family Violence Relocation assistance may be provided to a TANF recipient who has been identified as a victim of domestic/family violence to relocate to a safe place, away from the abuse.

3. State Assistance State assistance may include, but is not limited to:

A. Moving expenses B. Assistance in locating a place to live C. Finding child care D. Security and utility deposits