Misdemeanor Domestic Violence: Learn the Definitions, Defenses, & More

Situations involving alleged domestic violence are tense and emotionally charged. Police officers will often make an arrest simply to diffuse the situation. After filing charges, the state attorney’s office will review and determine if prosecution…

After the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, the state legislature passed FL Statute 790.401 (also known as the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act) in an attempt to…

When a dispute between family members escalates, it can result in arrests, criminal charges, and legal penalties that can change someone’s life. Florida law carries harsh consequences for crimes related to domestic violence, including hefty…

Restraining orders are a useful tool meant to help protect the vulnerable. Unfortunately, they are sometimes abused by individuals who think it may help them in some way. Whether it’s a contentious divorce case, a…

False accusations can have repercussions for many years. Those accused of abusing their spouses — even without any sort of trial — often become social pariahs. It can be difficult to hold down a job…

If you are part of a relationship, it’s important to learn a thing or two about domestic violence. Even if your relationship is healthy in all ways, you never know what could go wrong in…

About 25 percent of divorces involve an allegation of domestic violence. Restraining orders and tales of abuse provide powerful leverage in family court. Research shows that a high percentage of restraining orders are issued for…

A domestic violence offense can cause you to lose your job, lose your home and keep you away from your family for an extended period of time. Many times the police are called by a…