Domestic Violence

Many domestic violence calls come in after a momentary lapse in judgment, often due to an emotional outburst. A discussion turns into an argument and then one person lashes out. They regret it forever, but it’s too late by then. To help you avoid this situation entirely, here are eight anger management tips: Talk...

You’ve been accused of abuse by a family member. You know you didn’t do anything wrong, and you think the other person has an ulterior motive. For instance, perhaps your spouse is using the accusations as a way to get full custody of the children during divorce. You may feel outraged at these accusations,...

A man who used to be the mayor of Kiowa, Colorado, was recently sentenced after he pointed a firearm at his teenage son. The man was reportedly drunk and planning to drive. His son stopped him, and that’s when he got out the gun and threatened him. The former mayor is 45 years old....

Despite the fact that the recreational use of marijuana is legal in Colorado, it remains illegal to drive while under the influence of any type of drug or alcohol. If caught, a drugged driver will face arrest for DUI and criminal charges. Those facing this unfortunate legal situation would be wise to confront any...

False accusations of any kind are a crime in and of themselves, but it’s often found that people falsely accused of things like domestic violence don’t opt to prosecute the person who falsely accused them. Why is this? Why shouldn’t you seek out compensation when someone dredges your reputation through lies and deceit? You...

When you’re accused of domestic violence, you need to defend yourself immediately. How does your attorney look at your case, though, and what makes him or her understand your situation? How can he help you defend yourself? Your attorney is trained to help you defend your case; an attorney asks you questions to determine...

Being accused of domestic violence can be devastating to your life. Your employer may question keeping you on the job, and your friends and family may not trust you. Your reputation could be harmed irreparably. These kinds of charges can be difficult to live with, which is why starting your case with a strong...

If you’ve been accused of domestic violence, it’s important that you know enough about these crimes to defend yourself. Your defense may rely on your knowledge of the crimes that take place, and you may be able to work with your attorney to add statistics like these into your defense. Did you know that...

It’s true that domestic violence is an epidemic within the United States, but it’s also true that many people are accused of being involved in domestic violence disputes without actually having committed a crime. Whether it’s someone trying to get back at someone else or a misunderstood situation coming to light, not all charges...

Being accused of domestic violence is a serious concern; you could be facing many potential penalties and your hard-earned reputation could be ruined. What is dating violence, though, and what does it mean to be accused of violence against someone you’re dating? Violence is a misleading word; dating violence isn’t necessarily physical in nature....

If you’re accused of domestic assault or violence, the best thing you can do for yourself is to learn about the laws in Colorado. This is particularly true if you live in a home with children; children in Colorado are protected by laws that state they have a right to visit and live in...

When domestic abuse is being claimed, it’s often assumed that the woman is the person being abused. The truth is that not all people who are abused are women, although they do make up the majority. Dusty Baker, the manager for the Washington Nationals, recently discussed the importance of understanding that women can be...