Whether you are falsely accused in a domestic violence case or you
are a real culprit, the court of law is going to treat them very
strictly through the whole proceeding. The author explains about what to
do and what not to do if you are falsely accused in a domestic violence
crime.
New Jersey takes Domestic Violence very seriously.
Domestic violence in United States is a form of violence expressed by
one partner or partners against another partner or partners in the
content of an intimate relationship in the United States. (Ref:
Wikipedia)
Partners involved in domestic violence can be married
or not married; heterosexual, gay, or lesbian; living together,
separated or dating.
New Jersey Domestic Violence attorney Joel Silberman
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states “In 1991, the State of New Jersey passed the Prevention of
Domestic Violence Act to address violence between spouses and couples
that live together. The Act provides two forms of relief. The first form
of relief is Civil relief in the form of Temporary and Permanent
Restraining Orders. The second form of relief is Criminal relief in
which the accused is charged criminally.” (Ref: Domestic Violence,
http://www.joelsilbermanlaw.com/our-practice/domestic-violence/)
Domestic
Violence charges are very serious and the sentences in this type of
cases are quite tough. It is also possible that a person is falsely
accused of a domestic violence crime. Whether you are falsely accused in
a domestic violence case or you are a real culprit, the court of law is
going to treat them very strictly through the whole proceeding. Most of
the time, everyone is sympathetic toward the abused, even if that
person has not really been "abused" as he or she states.
If you've been falsely accused in a domestic violence crime,
- First
and most important thing is to speak with a domestic violence attorney
having good experience. You will need proper legal advice at right time
to build an adequate defense.
- Never hide anything from your lawyer, not even a small thing. Answer all his/her inquiries truthfully and honestly.
- Never admit to a crime you didn't do, even if it seems more favorable or easy to do so at the time.
- If
you are facing jail time, try to get out of it as soon as possible.
It's difficult to create an adequate defense if you're in jail. It is
also easy for your lawyer to assist you more thoroughly if he or she can
contact you all times.
- Ask your domestic violence lawyer about
your rights and what you should and should not do when you appear for
questioning or court.
- Never speak with anyone about your case without your domestic violence attorney present.
- File a Request for Production of Documents obtaining a copy of the accuser’s complaint/affidavit sworn out against you.
- Be sure to document any conversation or incident that could later become a focus of attention in a courtroom.
Disclaimer: The
contents of this page are general in nature. Please use your discretion
while following them. The author does not guarantee legal validity of
the tips contained herein.
Joel Silberman: Criminal
Defense Attorney and Jersey City lawyer Joel Silberman focuses
exclusively on Criminal Defense. Some of Joel’s most notable Adult and
Juvenile cases involved charges related to Homicide, Gun Offenses,
Aggravated Sexual Assault, Trafficking Narcotics, Fraud and Aggravated
Assault. Call Joel at 201-273-7070 or Toll Free: 800-889-3129 or send
e-mail at
joel@joelsilbermanlaw.com. Office is located at 549 Summit Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306. Visit
http://www.joelsilbermanlaw.com/ for more information.
