Eyewitness testimony is often thought of as one of the backbones of the American justice system. When someone comes forward and says he or she saw the defendant at the scene of the crime, it's hard not to imagine the jury gasping as they all realize that person must...
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False allegations: Fighting back is important for your divorce
It was devastating to find out that you were being accused of child abuse. You love your children, and the thought that you'd be abusive to them or to another adult is beyond your comprehension. You know your spouse is making allegations of domestic violence and child...
Men and women can be accused of domestic violence
Many people think about men being the aggressors when they hear about domestic violence. This isn't always the case. Women can also act aggressively in these relationships, but this doesn't always mean that the woman is the abuser. There are several issues that you...
False allegations of domestic violence common in divorce cases
Are you a Fort Lauderdale man who is going through an ugly divorce? If so, beware that this civil procedure could spin off false accusations of domestic violence that threaten to land you in jail on spousal abuse charges. Could you be victimized by false domestic...
Ex-romantic partners are first targeted in murder investigations
A startling and frightening statistic from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlights why courts target exes who have been accused of domestic violence after a woman is murdered. According to the statistic, approximately 55 percent of female murder...
Emotional abuse is a type of domestic violence
What comes to mind when you think about domestic violence? Like many, you may assume that domestic violence and physical abuse go together hand in hand. While physical abuse may be the most common form of domestic violence, there are other types that you need to be...
Stalking and domestic violence: Things to know
It doesn't matter who you are, a domestic violence charge has a way of turning your life upside down. While there is no guarantee that a charge will lead to a conviction, this doesn't make your life any easier for the time being. You'll need to learn more about the...
Understand the many drug possession defense strategies
Any type of drug crime conviction can have a negative impact on your life. This is why you need to understand your charges, your legal rights, and the type of defense strategy that can help you avoid the most serious punishment. Some of the many drug possession...
What’s the best domestic violence defense strategy?
There is no denying the fact that domestic violence is a serious crime. Furthermore, if the police arrest you for this crime, you need to understand just how serious it is. Before we go any further, you need to remember that domestic violence is not something that...