A domestic violence accusation has the potential to ruin your life. Even if it is clear you have not laid a finger on them, they could claim you abused them in other ways. The non-physical forms of domestic violence that you can be accused of include the following. 1....
What you need to know about Alaska’s mandatory arrest policy
Alaska’s mandatory arrest policy can come as a sudden and shocking result of a domestic violence accusation. When someone accuses another person of domestic violence, this policy often requires law enforcement to make an arrest. If you stand accused of domestic...
Domestic violence goes beyond physical harm
Alaska has some of the highest rates of domestic violence in the U.S. It counts for a large portion of violent crime in the state. Individuals dealing with a domestic violence case may receive years of prison time and hefty fines. However, it is important to note that...
Domestic violence charges, protective orders and a victim’s role
Arguments at home can sometimes take a wrong turn that ends with one person being arrested for domestic violence. If you’re the one who’s facing that charge, you’re likely facing a lot of uncertainty right now. One thing that typically happens in these cases is that...
2 errors you must avoid if you’re facing domestic violence charges
Domestic violence cases can move fast. Courts can quickly issue orders for one party to stay away from the other and, perhaps, the house they share. They do this because sometimes, failing to take immediate action could result in one party inflicting serious harm on...
Does domestic violence affect your gun rights?
A domestic violence conviction can have multiple serious consequences. You may face jail time, loss of reputation, loss of employment and other obstacles. Domestic violence convictions can also impact your right to possess firearms. State and federal law Alaska does...
The impacts of domestic violence on children
Many individuals who are victims of domestic violence find the strength to leave because of their children. While it is common for the abuser to not harm the kids, witnessing the abuse can lead to issues for them. Growing up in a domestic violence situation can lead...
How is domestic violence legally defined?
Unfortunately, a large number of women still experience physical assault or sexual violence every day in this nation. Understanding the definition of domestic violence can allow certain women to gain what they need to escape from potentially abusive situations. A look...
3 FAQs about domestic violence charges in Alaska
The state of Alaska takes domestic violence seriously. If you find yourself accused of it, you face a complicated situation with potentially severe consequences. According to research by the Alaska Criminal Justice Commission, approximately 5,550 to 7,000 criminal...
Why is your partner lying about domestic abuse?
Even though you love your partner, he or she sometimes does things that make little or no sense to you. While some of these things are minor, others can have significant and lifelong consequences. Making false accusations of domestic abuse certainly falls into the...