Maryland law does not explicitly categorize specific violent offenses as “domestic.” Basically, any crime —including assault – that affects the intimately-connected relationships within a family or romantic relationship (present or former) is generally considered a...
Domestic Violence
4 mistakes to avoid when charged with domestic violence
Domestic violence is a serious offense that can affect your life in many ways. According to Maryland’s 2016 Senate Bill 578/HB 167, this crime involves an act of abuse against a current or former spouse, a cohabitant or a relative by blood, marriage or adoption. If...
2 mistakes to avoid when there is a protection order against you
Courts in Annapolis and across Maryland issue protective orders (commonly referred to as a restraining order) when they have credible evidence of potential violence between two parties, or other types of abuse. In Maryland, protective orders are obtained either in the...
When is domestic violence considered a federal crime?
Acts of domestic violence can shatter the lives of Maryland residents. Sometimes, the crime is charged on the federal level. This can have even more frightening ramifications. Domestic violence as a federal crime Congress passed the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)...