Bristol County Domestic Violence Attorneys
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Domestic violence charges are taken very seriously, and Massachusetts prosecutors are aggressive in their pursuit of convictions. With penalties that include fines and lengthy prison sentences, domestic violence charges should always be taken seriously and treated with meticulous care.
At the Law Office of Frank D. Camera and Associates, P.C., we know how overwhelmed and scared you must be. In addition to conviction penalties, you are likely concerned about how your charges or a conviction will affect your family and reputation. You are not alone; our Bristol County domestic violence defense lawyers are here to help guide you through this.
Turn to our trusted domestic violence lawyers for personalized legal counsel. Dial (877) 444-1098 or contact us online to schedule a consultation and discuss your options.
Defining Domestic Violence Under MA State Law
Under Massachusetts General Laws, domestic violence is defined through a comprehensive framework that outlines the nature of abuse and the relationships within which such acts occur. Simply speaking, domestic violence is defined as abuse occurring between family or household members.
Abuse, in this context, is recognized through various acts that cause physical, emotional, or sexual harm. These include attempts or successful efforts to cause physical damage, instilling a fear of significant bodily harm (intimidation), or coercing someone into non-consensual sexual activities.
Under this law, family and household relationships are defined as people who:
- Are or were married to each other
- Are or were cohabitating together
- Are related to one another through marriage or blood
- Are or have been in a substantive romantic or dating relationship
- Have children in common
Massachusetts law allows victims of domestic violence to seek a protective order, a type of restraining order that can enforce no-contact stipulations, order the abuser to vacate the shared residence, or grant temporary sole custody of children. Violating these protective orders is a criminal offense that can lead to arrest and prosecution.
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