Many people associate domestic violence-related charges with older people -- or at least those past college-age. However, relationships can become volatile at any age.University of Georgia (UGA) football player Devonte Wyatt was arrested last month at a dormitory on...
Domestic Violence
Know how to defend yourself against domestic violence charges
If you're charged with domestic violence, you'll immediately have concerns about the impact on your life. For example, if you're going through the divorce process, your soon to be ex-spouse may accuse you of domestic violence as a means of increasing their chance of...
Overview of a Family Violence Protection Order
Domestic violence charges are taken very seriously in Georgia. Those who are facing these charges may feel like everyone is against them, but it's important to remember that everyone deserves a defense, and that everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a...
Violating a domestic violence protective order in Georgia
Domestic disputes can sometimes rise to the degree where a person is accused of violence in the home. When this happens, and there is a domestic violence arrest, it is likely that a family violence order will be issued. This is done to provide protection to the...
Legal help can be imperative when charged with domestic violence
Georgia residents who find themselves in a situation where they are accused of domestic violence will have a great deal to think about as they try to deal with the case. One of the most problematic issues a generally law-abiding person can face is an accusation that a...
The right approach when you are facing domestic violence charges
Domestic violence could occur in any family regardless of circumstances. But, many times it occurs because of communication issues between two people. Even if a person doesn't file charges, a person can still face domestic violence charges. These can, unfortunately,...
Man arrested for domestic violence after fight with disabled wife
There is no doubt that domestic violence allegations can lead to a slew of negative consequences. Not only can these allegations result in an arrest and conviction, with fines and a criminal record, but it will also result in disfavor in the community. People could be...
Teen arrested for child pornography
As Forsyth County parents know, teens are notorious for making bad decisions. Teens often don't think before they do something, putting them at risk of making bad decisions that will cost them for the rest of their lives. Many teenagers are obsessed with sex and spend...
What to do when facing a divorce and domestic violence charges
All married couples fight at some time or another. There will always be something for a couple to argue over, whether it be financial matters, the children, house projects, etc. Sometimes these fights can become physical or the police may be called to the home because...