Developing a Safety Plan in a Texas Domestic Violence Case

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence gathers data from all US states, and the statistics on the frequency of domestic… Continue reading Developing a Safety Plan in a Texas Domestic Violence Case

Is a 911 Call Admissible as Evidence of Domestic Abuse?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

Domestic abuse incidents often involve sudden bursts of violence that can seriously threaten the lives of the victim and other… Continue reading Is a 911 Call Admissible as Evidence of Domestic Abuse?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

Domestic violence allegations in the Galveston area frequently lead one party to seek a protective order against the other. In… Continue reading Can Non-Verbal “Communication” Violate a Domestic Violence Restraining Order?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Assault, Domestic Violence

Do you have the right to get Domestic Violence Charges dropped in Texas? If you were charged with domestic violence,… Continue reading Can You Have Domestic Violence Charges Dropped in Texas?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

Domestic abuse allegations frequently arise during contested divorce cases in Galveston County. A judge may issue a protective order in… Continue reading What Is Considered “Harassment” in Violation of a Galveston Domestic Abuse Protection Order?

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Judges in the Galveston area will not accept any excuses when it comes to domestic violence charges. Keep in mind… Continue reading What Happens If You Violate Your Parole Following a Domestic Violence Conviction?

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Crimes involving domestic abuse in the Galveston area often carry significantly higher penalties than similar offenses against other persons. A… Continue reading Domestic Abuse Can Turn Your Misdemeanor Assault Charge Into a Felony

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

When a Galveston area resident is a victim of actual or imminent domestic violence, they have the right to seek… Continue reading Understanding How Protective Orders Work in Galveston Domestic Violence Cases

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

Domestic violence allegations can lead to serious jail time in Texas, particularly if prosecutors can prove you committed two or… Continue reading What Are the Penalties in Texas for Multiple Acts of Domestic Violence?