False domestic violence allegations do occur, often in the context of contentious divorce or custody disputes. If you have been falsely accused, an attorney can investigate the [...]
Yes, permanently. Under the federal Lautenberg Amendment, any person convicted of a domestic violence offense, including a misdemeanor, is permanently prohibited from possessing firearms or ammunition under [...]
In most Rhode Island domestic violence cases, a no-contact order is issued at arraignment that prohibits you from returning to a shared residence if the alleged victim [...]
Yes, significantly. Rhode Island Family Court treats domestic violence allegations as a serious factor in custody determinations. A pending domestic violence charge can be used by the [...]
A mandatory no-contact order is a court order issued at arraignment in virtually all Rhode Island domestic violence cases as a condition of bail. It prohibits the [...]
In Rhode Island, domestic violence charges are prosecuted by the state, not by the alleged victim. Even if the alleged victim recants, refuses to testify, or asks [...]
