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    Will I Be Prosecuted for Domestic Violence If the Alleged Victim Doesn’t Testify?

    The following is a common situation: A person is charged with domestic violence, and the alleged victim does not appear or does not want to testify. Does that mean the accused person is free to go? No, the legal...read more


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    Is Verbal Abuse Considered Domestic Violence in California?

    Verbal abuse, in the legal sense, refers to using words to cause a victim harm. Verbal abuse takes many forms and looks different in every situation. One person’s social media tirade is another person’s walk in the park. Verbal...read more


    Criminal Defense

    Can I Still Own a Gun after a California Domestic Violence Conviction?

    Owning a gun can bring you peace of mind, especially if the purpose of possessing a firearm is household protection. You may own a gun for a hobby or a competitive sport. No matter your reasoning for owning a...read more


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    How to Fight an Order of Protection after a Domestic Violence Accusation in California

    If you are ordered to appear in court for an ex parte hearing, you might be confused. You may have never heard the term ex parte before. Even worse, you might lose an ex parte hearing or fail to...read more


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    What’s the Difference Between Domestic Violence and Assault in California?

    In the United States, it has been reported that 35.6 percent of women and 28.5 percent of men will experience rape, physical violence, or domestic violence. Domestic violence and assault are extremely serious crimes that can result in fines...read more


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    Understanding the Domestic Violence Arrest and Investigation Process in California

    In the United States, it has been reported that one in four women, one in nine men, and one in fifteen children will be exposed to domestic violence each year. This frightening statistic shows the urgency of the issue...read more


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    3 Unexpected Consequences of a Domestic Violence Conviction

    Domestic violence is a serious accusation, which, if you are convicted, could result in a misdemeanor or felony charge, depending on the details of that particular case. No one wants to accuse a person of falsely accusing another of...read more


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    Did the Pandemic Spur a Domestic Violence Epidemic?

    The COVID-19 Pandemic has brought about unimaginable hardships on people as they have tried to adjust to the new reality that we live in today. When the Pandemic shut down the world, forcing individuals to stay in their homes,...read more


    DUI

    What You Should Know About Date Rape Drugs and DUIs

    It has been reported that nearly 11 million women have been the victims of rape after being slipped a date rape drug. After a victim has been slipped a date rape drug if they attempt to operate a motor...read more


    Criminal Defense

    How Can I Get My Criminal Record Sealed in California?

    Whether or not you are convicted, it will go onto your record when you are arrested for a crime. That criminal record can damage your daily life as it may affect your ability to gain employment, take out a...read more