Being accused of any criminal offense can leave you anxious and frightened. But what if you are falsely accused of domestic violence? Before you can even figure out how to defend yourself against false claims, you may find that you have been tried and convicted in the...
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Defenses to a domestic violence charge
If a person is charged with domestic violence, there are defenses available that he or she may want to consider. Domestic violence can include actual or threatened harm, stalking, sexual assault and physical acts like pushing, hitting or kicking. The individuals...
What is considered domestic violence under the law?
Domestic violence can have a broad impact. It can impact those most directly involved, as well as families, communities and society as a whole. It is important for those involved, or alleged to be involved, in domestic violence situations to understand what the law...
The impact domestic violence has on a child custody matter
Domestic violence usually sparks the thoughts of criminal penalties the accused could face; however, this matter can extend to other areas of law. In Maryland, allegations of domestic violence are taken very seriously when brought up during a child custody battle....