In Case You Missed It...Watch Full Facebook LIVE Discussion on Legal Options for Domestic Violence Victims
Watch the full facebook Live Session with Attorney Amanda Shaffer below! Scroll down for domestic violence resources.
Join Attorney Amanda Shaffer LIVE on Thursday, June 11, 2020 @ 8 PM EST for a Q&A discussion on Immigrants & Domestic Violence.
Topics covered in the LIVE Q&A Discussion on Legal Options for Domestic Violence Victims:
What is considered “abuse” under the law?
What type of protection is available if you are a victim of abuse?
Do you need to call the police to get protection? What if the police will not help me?
What relationship do you need with your abuser to be eligible to seek protection in family court?
What resources are available for domestic violence victims?
What happens if you seek protection in criminal court? What are the pros and cons to this route to protection?
What happens if you seek protection in family court? What are the pros and cons to this route to protection?
What is an order of protection (aka restraining order)?
Types of orders of protection- “refrain from” vs. “stay away” order.
Effect of an order of protection:
abuser must leave the home
supervised visitation
temporary child support
parenting classes
anger management classes
substance abuse classes
restitution
jail time
What criminal offenses must you allege to seek protection from family court?
Standard of proof - criminal vs. family court.
What to expect when you go to court - criminal vs. family court.
What a settlement in family court looks like.
How long will it take to go through the court process?
Domestic Violence and divorce.
Telephonic appearances.
Filing an order of protection for a minor child or companion animal.
Collateral issues:
Lease termination
Security deposit return
Getting your stuff back (or getting your abuser’s stuff out)
You can get protection regardless of immigration status!
Retaliatory filing.
Effect of domestic violence allegations on child custody determinations.
Immigrants and domestic violence.
What if someone tries to trick you into violating the order of protection?
If you need help with any of the issues discussed above or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us today!
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