Domestic abuse is an attempt by another person to cause or intentionally cause bodily injury. The individual places the victim in fear of imminent serious bodily injury or harassment that causes significant emotional distress.
If you are a victim of domestic abuse, this is a serious issue and you should immediately take steps to protect yourself. The abuser is usually a current or former spouse, an ex-boyfriend or girlfriend, someone you have a child with but are not married to, or someone you are currently having a dating relationship with.
If you are in such a situation, you have legal remedies to protect yourself, such as a temporary or permanent restraining order. Accusations of domestic abuse can affect your standing in a divorce procedure and may affect issues such as child custody.
Whether a protective order has been issued against you or you are in need of a restraining order, it is best if you contact an Orange County Family Law attorney who has extensive experience when it comes to handling sensitive issues that require discretion, compassion and aggressive representation.
