New Legislation in New Jersey Would Allow Prosecutors to Introduce Someone’s History of Domestic, Sexual, or Child Abuse as Evidence to Support the State’s Case in a New Domestic Violence Trial.
In response to the ongoing social concern of domestic
New Jersey Restraining Order Lawyers
The New Jersey Restraining Order Lawyers blog, published by The Tormey Law Firm, focuses on legal issues surrounding restraining orders and domestic violence in New Jersey. It covers topics such as eligibility and processes for Pre-Trial Intervention in domestic violence cases, legislative developments affecting domestic violence laws, evidentiary standards in harassment and restraining order hearings, and protections under recent statutes like the Victim’s Assistance and Survivor Protection Act. The blog also addresses related areas including stalking, cyber-harassment, and the intersection of criminal defense with restraining order matters, providing guidance on navigating the legal system and advocating for clients’ rights in these contexts.
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Navigating Fifth Amendment Rights in Court for Domestic Violence
Key Considerations for Pleading the 5th in NJ Domestic Violence Trials
The Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution protects a defendant’s right to avoid self-incrimination, among other protections. Specifically, it gives defendants the right to plead the 5th, or…
Digital Manipulation and Photo Evidence in Domestic Violence Proceedings
The Role of Modified Images in NJ Domestic Violence Proceedings
Domestic violence is a serious accusation. If a victim makes an accusation that the court does not believe, it can lead to increased danger. If someone is falsely accused, even…
The Use of Work Interference in NJ Domestic Violence Cases
How New Jersey Courts View Interfering with a Loved One’s Employment as a Mechanism for Abuse
The term “domestic violence” usually provokes images of bruises and physical abuse, but it can involve much more than direct violence. Domestic violence includes…
Securing a Restraining Order for an Unborn Child in NJ
Pregnant Domestic Violence Victims’ Rights to Include Unborn Babies in Restraining Orders in New Jersey
Restraining orders in New Jersey can protect not only the victim of domestic violence, but also their unborn child.
Restraining orders are important tools in…
New Initiative for Electronic Monitoring of Domestic Violence Perpetrators
A New Tool in the Fight Against Domestic Violence: NJ Electronic Monitoring Pilot Program
In Ocean County, Bill S1385, also known as “Lisa’s Law,” intends to set up a 4-year program to use electronic ankle monitoring (EM) as a…
The Intersection of GPS Tracking and Domestic Violence
Domestic Abusers May Use GPS Technology to Stalk Victims in New Jersey
What Happens when Navigation Devices are Used to Keep Tabs on Someone You Have or Had a Relationship With in NJ
Technology has changed the landscape both of…