Domestic Violence

Types of Domestic Violence Protective Orders in Maryland

October 1st, 2024
Domestic violence is a serious issue in far too many relationships. Importantly, under Maryland law, a victim of abuse is entitled to legal relief. There are several types of protective orders that may be put into place, based on the facts of… Read More
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Categories: Domestic Violence
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How to File a Civil Protective Order in Washington, D.C.

January 16th, 2023
A civil protection order (sometimes referred to as a civil protective order or “CPO”) is a legal order that prevents one person from harming, threatening, harassing, stalking, or even contacting another person. You can get a CPO against someone if you have… Read More
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Categories: Domestic Violence
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Financial Abuse in Marriage

October 26th, 2022
When you think of an abusive marriage, what is the image that comes to mind? If you are like most people, you imagine one spouse (probably a man) physically harming or threatening the other (probably a woman). Physical violence is certainly a… Read More
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Categories: Divorce, Domestic Violence
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An Overview of Domestic Violence Protective Orders in Maryland

February 21st, 2022
Allegations of domestic violence have a profound impact on the person making them, the accused, and others in the household–including children. These allegations sometimes arise in the context of a separation, divorce, or child custody matter. Someone who has been threatened with,… Read More
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Categories: Domestic Violence