Respected New Jersey Family Law Attorney
Handling Domestic Violence Issues
Domestic violence and allegations of domestic violence are serious. While thousands of women and men are victims of domestic violence every year, thousand of others are falsely accused. At the Law Offices of Ronald A. Graziano, in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, we regularly help victims of domestic violence obtain restraining orders and protect the reputation of people falsely accused.
Effective Domestic Violence Lawyers
Allegations of domestic violence initiate a number of actions that can effectively protect victims of abuse, including the exclusive possession of the family residence, custody of children, medical coverage for the victim, and limitations on visitation with children. These same measures can make domestic violence allegations an attractive option for people dealing with divorce issues.
In New Jersey, it is easy to get a temporary restraining order. Many people believe that domestic violence involves some sort of physical abuse. However, any of a number of actions can be charged as domestic violence:
- assault
- burglary
- criminal mischief
- criminal restraint
- terroristic threats
- criminal sexual contact
- criminal trespass
- false imprisonment
- harassment
- homicide
- kidnapping
- lewdness
- sexual assault
- stalking
Within ten days of a temporary restraining order being issued, a hearing will be held to determine whether a permanent restraining order should be issues. It is important to have legal representation at this hearing. If a permanent restraining order is issues, it is permanent. Consequences can include punitive damages, ongoing support to victim, and the inability of the abuser to hold some jobs.
Our attorneys have the experience to protect the interests of domestic violence victims. However, we also understand that the New Jersey Prevention of Domestic Violence Act is broad in scope and, in some cases, is exploited to gain the upper hand in divorce disputes.
Contact our New Jersey Domestic Violence Lawyers
If you have been a victim of domestic violence or have been falsely accused of domestic violence, please contact the Law Offices of Ronald A. Graziano. We can be reached toll free at 866-215-8939, by e-mail, or by filling out the intake form on our Contact page.
