What is considered domestic violence?
The Georgia law defines domestic violence as an offense by one individual, either current or past, against another individual. The following are considered to be some of these offenses:
- Physical and emotional abuse
- Harassment
- Threatening
- Stalking
- Property damage
- Trespassing
- Unlawful restraint
While most of these offenses are directed at past or present spouses/domestic partners, children and the elderly, any of the offenses stated above directed at anyone can be considered domestic violence.
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What happens to me if I’m convicted?
There are a number of consequences you could face, depending on the severity of the charge. One, the court could issue a protective order which gives limitations and conditions to the involved relationship. Failure to comply to a protective order could result in being charged with contempt of court or a criminal misdemeanor. Two, there are numerous intervention programs that are geared toward the rehabilitation of domestic violence offenders. Anyone convicted will be required to participate in at least one of these programs, which must be certified by the Department of Corrections. For a resource that provides more information on some of these programs, click on the following link. certified FVIPs Lastly, the court could sentence you to spend some time in a correctional facility for a length of time, depending on the nature of the charges against you.
Who's on my side?
There are experienced and willing attorneys available to help you through this difficult process. They desire to treat you with the respect and fairness you deserve. Don’t allow representation to be an obstacle in the process of your trial. Consult with Alpharetta domestic violence defense attorney, J Thomas Salata to ensure immediate protection of your rights and to provide expert counsel throughout the process.
