Domestic violence has been in the news a lot lately. Reports suggest it has risen considerably in the last few months -- but that doesn't mean you're "guilty as charged" just because your partner makes an allegation. If your relationship can get heated at times, you...
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"The Highest Rate Of Acquittals and Dismissals"
— Equal Justice Foundation
What should you do if served with a protection order?
An accusation of domestic violence may end up hitting you like a ton of bricks. What can be even more disheartening is learning of such a charge by being served with a protective order. Like many people in Lakewood, you may hear the term "protection order" and...
Domestic violence arrest results in police officer’s firing
It may be difficult for many people in Lakewood to understand the implications that come with an arrest (particularly when the alleged offense involves an issue as sensitive as domestic violence). Those who stand accused of such crimes may not only face the potential...
Some immigrants make false claims of abuse for citizenship
When immigrants move to America to be with their spouse, many become victims of abuse. There are predators who use their foreign spouse’s pending immigration status as a way to manipulate and control them. This can go on for years before discovered and some never...
False domestic violence allegations and custody issues
When someone is accused of domestic violence by a boyfriend, girlfriend, spouse or even child, their life as they know it may change indefinitely. These are very serious accusations that can lead to many different hurdles in one’s life, such as time in prison and the...
Domestic violence allegations are sometimes a tactical move
There's no question that domestic violence is a real problem, with real victims. Those victims deserve a great deal of empathy and assistance. Unfortunately, false domestic violence allegations also happen. While not the norm, false allegations are sometimes a cynical...
Consult an attorney immediately if accused of domestic violence
Domestic violence is a serious crime, and no one deserves to be a victim. However, sometimes, people can find themselves accused of domestic violence – perhaps by an angry former partner who wants revenge for a breakup, for example – but those allegations...
Domestic violence allegations not uncommon in divorce
Divorce isn't easy, no matter what the circumstances. But what happens if the person you're divorcing walks into a Florida police station and accuses you of abuse, even if you know you just barely touched their arm as they walked by you? You could find yourself in a...
Could you wind up arrested for emotional abuse of your spouse?
No one should deny that domestic abuse is a significant problem here in Florida, as it is in the rest of the United States. Approximately 3 million cases of domestic abuse are reported annually -- but that is just the tip of the iceberg, as countless more incidents...
Domestic violence in the digital era: Turning homes into weapons
Modern homes are increasingly wired for control through smartphone apps and voice-controlled systems like Siri and Alexa. Lights, television sets, air conditioners, thermostats, security systems and even the locks on the door are all possibly connected. As a result,...
