Domestic violence is a serious offense that law enforcement officials treat with gravity and urgency. Yet, your spouse or partner may have made false allegations against you, and you might now be facing charges. Even if you did nothing wrong, you will likely fear your...
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Domestic violence may have been root of alleged Perry Hall attack
When you are facing domestic violence charges, there are more things to consider than the possible penalties in the criminal justice system. These charges often involve people who are close to us, and they could endanger our ability to be a parent or part of a...
What makes domestic violence under Maryland law?
If someone is attacked by their spouse or live-in relative, it may be clear that he or she is a victim of domestic violence. But things get fuzzier if someone is attacked by someone they are dating. Is this a case of domestic violence? How does Maryland define...
What factors contribute to domestic violence?
Domestic violence charges always have the power to ruin lives. In a case of incompatible versions of events, like a he-said-she-said case with little objective evidence, law enforcement officers and victim advocates often look for risk factors around a situation to...
When can domestic violence lead to a warrantless arrest?
Allegations of domestic violence are very serious. Not only could such charges lead to criminal penalties, but such allegations could have a very detrimental effect on a person's reputation in his or her community. However, Maryland law has provisions that allow for...