Accused of Domestic Violence in New Jersey? Five Mistakes You Need to Avoid
Posted April 12th, 2024 by Anthony Carbone.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
Domestic violence is a serious matter. The New Jersey State Police defines domestic violence as a “pattern of physical, emotional, verbal, and sexual abuse, which includes, but is not limited to, threats, intimidation, isolation, and/or financial control.” Any person accused of domestic abuse has the right to defend themselves. The reality is that false allegations […]
Read MoreWhat Happens if a Domestic Violence Victim Doesn’t Show Up for Court?
Posted April 14th, 2023 by Anthony Carbone.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
Domestic violence is a serious matter. The New Jersey State Police note that there were 63,058 incidents of domestic violence reported in the state in 2020 alone—a six percent increase over the previous year. Allegations of domestic violence can lead to severe criminal charges. Of course, not every person accused of domestic violence, or any […]
Read MoreWho are the Most Common Victims of Domestic Violence?
Posted August 4th, 2021 by Anthony Carbone.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
Domestic violence is often mistaken for an act of pushing and hitting the partner or the kids in case of an argument. However, domestic violence can be caused by heated arguments, the influence of alcohol on parties, child custody cases, or situations where either partner is trying to reach a more favorable position. Prosecutors and […]
Read MoreWhat Can Be Done to Stop Domestic Violence?
Posted August 3rd, 2021 by Anthony Carbone.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
We can all help to prevent domestic violence. If you or someone you care about is attempting to get away from an abusive relationship, keep in mind that the offender is the one who must adjust. Your abuser, however, might be unwilling or unable to change, and you should never have been subjected to violence […]
Read MoreDomestic Violence and the Effect on Children
Posted August 1st, 2021 by Anthony Carbone.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
Domestic violence or abuse refers to any event or series of instances of threatening and controlling behavior, abuse, or violence. It generally occurs in persons who have been intimately involved or who are relatives. Domestic violence can occur in various forms, including: Physical incidents, such as hurling objects Sexual or emotional abuse, i.e., controlling behavior, […]
Read MoreWhen You Need a Restraining Order Against Your Own Child
Posted July 5th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
You may bow your head in shame or shake in frustration. The very idea that you might need a restraining order against your own child sounds foreign to most. However, it may be your best course of action. According to NJSA 2C:25-19, an act of domestic violence must be inflicted by an adult or an […]
Read MoreDoes Rough Sex Sound Like It’s Domestic Violence to You?
Posted June 14th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
First, it was a series of books. When “Fifty Shades of Grey” hit the big screen, it raised questions. Some claimed it cultivated an acceptance of abuse. However, what’s the truth? Does rough sex sound like it’s domestic violence to you? In the meantime, there’s something to consider. Consensual rough sex suggests something far different […]
Read MoreNo Doubt She Stalked Him – So, Why No Restraining Order?
Posted May 29th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence, Family Law.
To the husband, it seemed more than evident. The court agreed that his wife was guilty of stalking him as a predicate act of domestic violence. However, the judge found it unnecessary to convert a temporary restraining order to a final one. You might be interested in both the history of this case and how […]
Read MoreHow Are Teens Affected by Domestic Violence?
Posted May 8th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
There is a chance that your teenager or one of his/her friends has been exposed to some type of violence in their young lives. While protecting teens from community and gang violence in New Jersey is a major concern, there are a significant number of teens who have been exposed to domestic violence in their […]
Read MoreDomestic Violence in the LGBTQ Community
Posted April 15th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
Domestic violence is universal, meaning it could happen to anyone in any location around the globe. It doesn’t matter what race you are or what religion you believe in. And it doesn’t matter who you love. Many people don’t tend to think of the LGBTQ community when it comes to domestic violence, but it cannot […]
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