Domestic violence can destroy a family. Whether one or both parents participate, it has a negative impact on the children. According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Office on Women's Health, domestic violence exposure can impact kids their whole...
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Domestic Violence
Can my accuser drop domestic violence charges against me?
Most domestic violence arrests start with someone calling the police. The caller could be the alleged victim, someone else in the house, or a neighbor. Later, it might turn out to be a misunderstanding, or the alleged victim might change their story and decide not to...
Domestic violence: Are police biased against men?
Domestic violence can involve abuse by both parties, making it difficult for police to determine the core abuser and the primary victim. Often, people think of intimate partner abusers as being men. However, many women also commit this crime. What is a domestic...
Mitigating violent tendencies with cognitive behavioral therapy
Violence can disrupt domestic relationships, jeopardize community safety and have lasting repercussions for both victims and perpetrators. Resources such as cognitive behavioral therapy may help mitigate violent tendencies. With proactive intervention and a bit of...
Can domestic violence allegations affect a custody dispute?
If you are facing allegations of domestic violence, it is important to understand the many different ways in which these claims could impact your life. For example, you could sustain serious damage to your reputation, resulting in career challenges and problems with...
Is there such a thing as mutual abuse?
Domestic violence is distressingly common. It can affect people of all genders, races, ages, nationalities and ethnicities. Often, the abuser is an intimate partner but there have also been instances of siblings, parents and grown children becoming abusers. While it...
Who could face domestic violence charges?
Domestic violence is something many people misunderstand. There are a lot of misconceptions about what it is and who it could apply to. According to the Florida Statutes, domestic violence is not just something that can happen in a romantic relationship. The law...
Reviewing the prevalence of domestic violence charges in Florida
Whether your current partner is accusing you of domestic violence or your ex has accused you of abuse, you need to understand what is at stake. Regrettably, some people find themselves in this position as a result of false allegations. It is helpful to go over...
Do officers have to arrest someone for a domestic violence call?
Along with injury- and illness-related calls, 911 operators routinely have to address requests for police assistance during domestic disputes. In fact, in 2019 alone, officers responded to more than 100,000 domestic violence calls. While it may not be a public policy,...
How to respond to a domestic violence protective order against you
Florida courts may issue a domestic violence protective order in response to allegations of abuse by a family member. If you live with or have a child with someone, he or she can also seek this type of injunction. Learn about steps to take in response to legal service...