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Those closest to us tend to be the ones who can inflict the greatest amount of harm. This is the case for laws relating to domestic abuse in the state of Colorado. What is domestic violence? More specifically, what is emotional abuse, and is it penalized like domestic violence? Yes, emotional abuse is a form…

If you find yourself facing domestic violence charges, you are at risk of serious criminal penalties. Some people, terrified about going to court and risking the maximum possible penalty, will quickly plead guilty to their pending charges in the hope of avoiding jail time. While you may get probation instead of jail, a guilty plea…

When it comes to child custody cases, courts always focus on what is in the child’s best interest. Family law judges tend to view domestic violence accusations similarly to convictions. The court may use such allegations against you in an emergency custody hearing, even though nothing is yet proven. A conviction on domestic violence charges…