When most people imagine domestic violence, they envision a man striking his wife, usually across the face. But not only can domestic violence occur between unmarried couples, same sex couples or be instigated by a woman, it also can occur without the victim suffering any injuries at all. In fact, Peter Liss, a domestic violence defense […]
S&M Play and Domestic Violence: Vista Domestic Violence Lawyer
It’s fair to assume that most people don’t wish to be beaten by their spouse, girlfriend, boyfriend or other intimate partner. But it’s not accurate to say no one wants to be hit by their lover. In fact, many people throughout the world enjoy a little pain with their pleasure and participate in healthy, and […]
Vista Domestic Violence Lawyers Have Statistics to Show You’re Not Alone
When you have been accused of domestic violence, whether due to false allegations, a misunderstanding or because you had a lapse in judgement, you may feel like you’re all alone. While it can help to know that many celebrities have been in your shoes, Vista domestic violence lawyers want you to know that there are also […]
Michael Scott and Jan’s Abusive Relationship in The Office
The Office was highly praised for the way it approached domestic abuse. Whereas most shows either portray a woman victim or make light of a man being abused, often even questioning his masculinity or even going so far as to imply that he deserves it for letting a woman abuse him, The Office showed Michael […]
What Happens During a Domestic Violence “Well Check?” in Vista?
When someone reports a potential case of domestic violence, the police will almost always be sent to conduct what is known as a “well check.” What the police document in their report will be used as evidence against the defendant when and if charges are actually filed. Even if you have already been charged with […]
You Don’t Have to Injure Someone to be Charged with Domestic Violence
When most people imagine a victim of domestic violence, they tend to think of a battered wife with a black eye and cuts on her face. But not only can a victim be a man as well, but the victim doesn’t need to have visible injuries in order for the aggressor to be charged or […]
The Most Commonly Filed in Domestic Violence Charges in Vista
We’ve talked extensively about domestic violence on this site, but “domestic violence” is not actually a specific criminal charge, but instead the name given to multiple crimes committed against one’s intimate partner. If you were arrested during a dispute between you and your partner, your Vista domestic violence lawyer can help explain which specific charges […]
The Most Common Holiday Crimes -Oceanside Criminal Lawyer
Everyone has certain things they expect to happen around the holidays, whether that means a special Christmas event at church, a New Year’s Eve night out with friends, a massive meal with family or a gift-giving extravaganza. But these expectations and celebrations often also lead to legal trouble and just as Halloween often results in […]
Can You be a Cop After Being Charged With Domestic Violence in Vista?
We’ve previously discussed how a domestic violence charge will not only prevent you from joining the military, but even be likely to end a career in the military. When many people find this out, they assume the same would be true when it comes to police officers, but in practice, the effects of a domestic […]
Human Trafficking Laws in California: Oceanside Sex Crimes Lawyer
Human trafficking is the legal name for slavery, but human trafficking laws in California aren’t limited to only involuntary servitude. In fact, if you violate California’s pimping and pandering laws and the prostitute in question is a minor, you could be charged with violating human trafficking laws in California, even if you did not force […]
