Understanding Domestic Violence Restraining Order Laws What Are Domestic Violence Restraining Orders? A Domestic Violence Restraining Order is a type of Restraining Order issued by a non-criminal court that can legally protect someone from various types of abuse. “Abuse” is defined in California Penal Code 13700(a) as: intentionally or recklessly causing or attempting to cause […]
How to get Child Custody With a Criminal Record Having a criminal record could have devastating consequences that affect you for the rest of your life. Not only will you have to face the immediate penalties such as jail time and expensive fines, you will also face long-term punishment. You will likely find it difficult […]
How A Criminal Record Affects Child Custody Are you currently going through a child custody battle and your Ex is now citing your prior criminal history in their paperwork? If so, you are not alone. In fact, a parent’s criminal history is brought up in child custody battles very often, even if it is from […]
Do I have an advantage in my divorce if my spouse cheats? Can I use the fact that my husband or wife cheated to get the upper-hand in my divorce? From time to time, we get asked this question. The answer to this question is simple: no. The reason is because California (and now all […]
Facebooks Effects on Family Law Cases There are more and more stories in the news reporting on how Facebook has come into play in a court case. Family law cases are no exception. If you find yourself going through a divorce or child custody case, be aware that Facebook can be your friend or enemy […]
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