Millions of cases of domestic violence are reported each year. Many more are not reported. Domestic violence has become so prevalent that many states are stepping up to provide stricter laws, help for people leaving abusive relationships, and prohibiting serious offenders from owning a firearm. While in some instances, a domestic violence accusation can be without merit, there are a few important things that you should do if you have been charged with domestic violence.
Stay Away From Your Accuser
Most of the time when someone is arrested for domestic violence and released on bond, they are not allowed to have contact with their accuser. However, they often return to the home they shared for a number of reasons. They may be paying for the home and feel that they have a right to be there. He or she might not have anywhere else to go or the person that …