It just makes them sad. Mental illness is another thing that is very common, and we have seen quite a few cases where one of the people involved was mentally ill and needed professional help, and then at the end of the day they got the help but by then they would also be barred from seeing their children until something was done to lift the order.
What Percentage Of Domestic Violence Cases Are Either Alcohol Or Drug Related?
A lot of them are, and there is also the case where one or both people have alcohol or drug issues. People who are substance abusers often make really poor decisions.
Domestic Violence Resources
General Info
- What is the legal criteria for domestic violence charges?
- An overview of domestic violence cases in New Jersey
- The evidence required to prosecute domestic violence cases
- There is no specific demographic associated with domestic violence cases
- Can domestic violence charges or convictions ever be expunged?
- How do self-defense scenarios generally play out, and who gets arrested?
- What exactly is an extreme risk protective order in New Jersey?
- Dealing with false domestic abuse claims in New Jersey
- Domestic violence charges in New Jersey
- Restraining orders in New Jersey
Common Issues
- Does the involvement of drugs or alcohol make cases harder to defend?
- Can someone contact their children during a domestic violence case?
- It is possible for an individual convicted of a domestic violence case to gain custody of a child
- There are no plea agreements in the family court because it is civil in nature
Useful Tips
- How soon could an attorney get involved in a domestic violence case?
- Common client mistakes in domestic violence cases
- Common misconceptions regarding domestic violence cases
- How powerful are the family courts?
- An individual can directly approach the family court and ask for a restraining order
- Our NJ family law attorneys
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