Divorce & Family Law Cases Involving Domestic Violence
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Domestic violence is defined as abuse by one partner against the other in a marriage or other intimate relationship. Pushing, shoving, hitting, sexual assault, and other forms of physical attack are all forms of domestic abuse; so are stalking, intimidation, isolating a partner from others, withholding money, and emotional abuse of all kinds.
Divorce can be a triggering event for domestic violence. In fact, the danger of serious violence is at its highest point when a person acts on a decision to leave an abusive relationship. Learn more here about how to be as safe as you can when you leave an abusive relationship, about restraining orders, and about divorce and domestic violence.
In cases of domestic violence, the victim of abuse has some protections available under family law.
Here are some steps to help protect yourself and your children when leaving an abusive relationship.
Whether you're in a divorce, marriage or other relationship, you've got protection from violence in the form of a TRO.
Things to know if your ex-spouse (or former significant other) is stalking you.
Domestic violence has a significant impact in family law cases. Whether it's a divorce or child custody case, the court will look to protect the abused spouse (or unmarried significant other) and the children from further violence.
Victims of domestic violence and their children have access to protection by law. Find out how to protect yourself and your children.
In family law cases involving an accusation of domestic violence, a hearing will be held to determine if a temporary restraining order or child custody order is necessary.
If you're falsely accused of domestic violence in a divorce or child custody case, you'll need a strong defense.
If you're a victim of domestic violence, it's important to protect your children. Find out how the law applies here.
Domestic violence can involve more than just the family court. Those accused of domestic violence can face serious criminal penalties as well. Here are some resources from our partner site, CriminalDefenseLawyer.com, that discuss these types of cases in detail.
Get information on criminal laws and penalties for domestic violence.
Criminal courts do not take violence against children lightly.