If someone accuses you of domestic violence, it can be tough to know what to do next. It’s such a frightening situation that many people do not think things through and act in ways that harm their defense. Here are some things you need to avoid doing: 1. Contacting...

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Potential consequences of domestic violence charges
If you or someone you know is facing domestic violence charges, it's essential to understand the process and what options are available. In some cases, charges may be dropped if there is insufficient evidence or the alleged victim does not want to pursue the case....
Is physical punishment of children domestic violence?
The idea of using physical punishments for children is controversial for some parents. While there are those who do this consistently and never think twice about it, others would never use any form of physical punishment with their children. In fact, the American...
I’ve been falsely accused of domestic assault. What should I do?
The justice system takes any form of violence extremely seriously. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for some people to make false domestic violence claims against family members. If you are falsely accused of domestic assault, you need to take the charges seriously. ...
Could domestic violence lead to a federal charge?
People who are facing domestic violence usually think that state courts will handle their charges, but this isn’t always the case. It’s possible that the federal court will handle some domestic violence charges. The Violence Against Women Act enables federal laws to...
Does the alleged victim control a domestic violence case?
Domestic violence charges can stem from various situations. Some of these are misunderstandings, but that won’t necessarily stop criminal charges. Once the police are called to an altercation, they’ll try to determine what’s going on. If you’re arrested for domestic...
Is domestic violence always physical?
Many domestic violence accusations arise because the alleged victim shows signs of physical harm. For example, your partner goes to the police with a bruise or black eye that they say you caused. Yet domestic violence covers a much broader definition than physical...
Orders of protection: Do you know your rights and limitations?
Disagreements among couples are not uncommon. However, when those disagreements turn violent, the court may issue an order of protection against the aggressive party. Basically, this is a legal directive that prevents one party from contacting or approaching the...
Got a restraining order against you? Get off Facebook
If you’re like most people, you do a lot through social media. If you have a restraining order against you, however, you may want to consider logging off until your court case is over – particularly if you have any temptation to peep in on the other party’s page or...
How can a domestic violence conviction affect career prospects?
If you’ve been accused of domestic violence, you have a lot on your mind – but you may not have yet begun to realize just how devastating a conviction can be to your career. Domestic violence is a crime that (despite the way the legal system is supposed to work) tends...