Compared with other violent crimes, domestic violence isn't particularly severe in the eyes of many people. Arrests and criminal charges can stem from a neighbor misunderstanding an argument or a relationship between two people with poor impulse control. If the other...
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Domestic violence: the do’s and don’ts for the accused party
Let’s get this out of the way: domestic violence is a very heinous act. Domestic violence robs the victim of their dignity and self-worth. That said, if you have been accused of domestic violence, it is important that you move with speed to defend your rights and...
Why is speed critical if accused of domestic violence?
If someone accuses you of domestic violence, it puts a series of events in motion that will throw your life into chaos. The speed at which it happens may shock you. Let’s say you and your spouse arrive home from work after stressful days and end up arguing over...
What is domestic violence and what can be done to stop it?
Domestic violence may be terrifying for the victim. The partner who acts violently against their family member may do so as a way of controlling them. Domestic violence can involve physical force, emotional abuse or sexual assaults. A charge of domestic violence may...
How victims end up accused of domestic violence
If you’re in an abusive relationship, imagine that you decide to end it by calling the police during a domestic incident. Ten minutes later, two officers are at your door, and you let them in, happy someone is on your side. However, your partner then blames you for...
What counts as domestic violence?
If someone accuses you of domestic violence, it is crucial to understand what that means. Just because you have never laid a finger on your partner does not mean you could not face charges. There are several groups of people that could make accusations of domestic...
How you act is critical if accused of domestic violence
When someone makes an accusation of domestic violence, most people will assume they have a good reason. If someone accuses you, the authorities, even friends and family, may believe there is truth to the matter and look to confirm their suspicions. How you act in the...
Accused of domestic violence? Here’s what you should know
Being accused of a crime or civil offense can disrupt your life in a significant way. When your charges involve allegations of domestic violence, you will likely experience repercussions in your personal life very quickly. This is especially true if you are a parent,...
Thrift store helps survivors of domestic violence
For people in an abusive relationship, it takes not only courage to leave, but often financial resources. Victims of domestic violence in Maryland don’t always have access to the money necessary to forge a life without their abuser, especially because perpetrators...
Why stalking is a form of domestic violence
Though many people know of heard of stalking and know what it involves, they may be unaware of its connection to domestic violence. However, this form of intimidation is often used by people as a means of controlling their former partner or making them fearful. In...
