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If you have a troubled relationship with a spouse, partner or ex, you may find yourself facing accusations of violent, abusive or threatening behavior. As emotions escalate, you may receive a temporary restraining order from the court that limits your interactions...
Sometimes victims of abuse decide to kill an abusive partner to escape an abusive relationship. Recent legislation in some states considers abuse when deciding whether self-defense is an appropriate defense to a murder charge. Can killing an abuser be self-defense in...
Violent actions of self-defense often end up met with scrutiny in the eye of the public. However, situations do genuinely exist in which a person believes it is necessary to take physical action to protect their loved ones or their own life. When taking physical...
Road rage incidents are in the news more often every day. In Los Angeles, the county recently reached a record high of these incidents. While road rage may be an accident, violent behavior is often the result. According to CBS News, 459 road rage incidents occurred in...
California law treats any intentional act that results in applying force to another person as assault unless you can prove you were defending yourself or someone else. You can find the definition of assault in the California penal code §240. What are some defenses to...
If you currently face allegations of domestic violence, it is imperative to have a thorough understanding of your rights and the potential hardships that you could face. If your current or former partner obtains a restraining order against you, this could have a wide...
Anger is a natural emotion. While everyone encounters anger, how you use your anger can make a significant difference in the outcome and consequences. If you face domestic violence charges, you may consider anger management as a way to seek help to avoid repeat...
When you are facing a criminal charge for battery, you need to explore every possible defense. If you were defending yourself or your property at the time of an alleged battery, your actions may have been justifiable in the eyes of the law. Here are some important...
Watching life crumble because of a violent action may bring feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. People may question how things got to the point they are at. Contrary to what many people believe, violence does not just happen. Triggers, past experiences, illness...
California has very strict guidelines for what constitutes first-degree murder. To convict you of this most serious form of homicide, the prosecutor must prove, first and foremost, that you deliberately intended to kill your alleged victim. Stated another way, the...