Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is the secret scourge of modern society. Too often, it is kept buried beneath a couple's public facade. The happy pair you know could have a hidden life of physical and emotional pain behind closed doors. Anyone can be a victim of domestic violence - your relatives, your friends, your neighbors. Millions of people each year are secretly bruised by the terrors of domestic violence. In the United States alone, statistics report that an estimated 4 million women are battered by their husbands or partners. Domestic violence can be an ongoing cycle or it can show up on very rare occasions, or even just once. Studies show that violence occurs at some point in nearly 2/3 of all marriages with 95% of the victims being women.
Once domestic violence enters into someone's life, it can be very hard to emotionally and mentally remove its scars. Besides the psychological damage to a person's sense of trust, the likelihood of someone encountering domestic violence again is high. Many children who are abused or witness abuse will grow up to either become abusive or victims of domestic violence. The vicious cycle often has no end, and can continue indefinitely without the right support and/or therapy.
California recognizes the tragedy that comes with domestic violence and classifies it under the subject of special laws to provide quick and effective relief.
Moschetti Family Law can help you through this difficult time. We have handled many cases involving domestic violence and can make sure that you get the protection you need. Call us at
Articles
Domestic Violence: Taking Action
Working Out A Safety Plan
Codes
Family Code §6203
Family Code §6211
Family Code §6250
Family Code §6254
Family Code §6320
Family Code §6321
Family Code §6323
Family Code §6324
Cases
Ritchie v. Konrad (2004), 115 Cal. App. 4th 1275
Conness v. Satram (2004), 122 Cal. App. 4th 197
