In Texas, domestic violence is a common problem. This has been exacerbated by personal, professional and financial challenges that have been ongoing for much of the past two years. People have been forced to spend more time together, making tensions worse and some...
Domestic Violence
The impact of domestic violence charges
Domestic violence charges can have a significant impact on the lives of those facing them. For that reason, those accused of domestic violence should know how to defend themselves against domestic violence charges. What is considered domestic violence? Domestic...
What is a kick-out order?
Abuse victims may apply to a court, without the alleged abuser’s participation, for an order evicting the respondent abuser from their home. A kick out order is a temporary order excluding a family member based on allegations of violent crimes such as domestic or...
False domestic violence claims are sometimes made during divorce
False domestic violence claims typically happen when the alleged victim, who is making up the story, has something to gain by doing so. They are trying to use the claims as a tool to get what they want. Many claims of violence are real, and those should never be...
Trying to keep fights from escalating
Many arguments start as nothing more than verbal disagreements. That's normal and natural; it happens to all couples at some point. The key is to work through it and find a solution.One potential problem is when the verbal argument escalates. You want to prevent this...
Can you tell if someone lies about domestic violence?
Many domestic violence allegations are true and accurate, but not all. Maybe your significant other lied about you and said that you abused them when you did no such thing. Perhaps the two of you are involved in a divorce, for instance, and you think they're lying to...
How are domestic violence charges prosecuted in Texas?
Texas Penal Code, Title 5, Chapter 22, Section 22.01 defines domestic violence as any instance in which an individual threatens or inflicts bodily harm on another individual. State law allows anyone residing in the same home with their alleged victim to be charged...
Youth should learn about domestic violence in school, says judge
Talking about domestic violence is never pleasant, but doing so can save lives. A Texas judge believes that applies to high school students and has made it her mission to visit their schools and talk about the topic. The judge, Inna Klein of the 214th District Court,...
Defend yourself vigorously against domestic abuse charges
Anyone who is facing a domestic violence charge here in Harris County should know that the Texas courts take a serious view of the offense. As such, so should those who have been arrested for the crime.Under the Texas Family Code, family violence is defined as acts by...
Finding work after a domestic violence conviction
When Texas residents are convicted of domestic violence, they may not always consider how this conviction will affect their life. Getting a job can sometimes be more difficult when a person has a domestic violence conviction on their record and it is important for...