Domestic Violence and the LGBTQ Community

Domestic Violence impacts more than just opposite-sex couples. A recent state Supreme Court decision has opened doors, affording same-sex couples protections against domestic violence where there were none. As we progress forward, advancing protection for LGBQT victims of domestic violence and educating everyone on ways to protect themselves and loved ones is a must.

Domestic Violence: The Protective Order

Domestic Violence is the habitual assertion of control over an intimate partner or household member. The assertion of control uses a variety of tactics which include intimidation, threats, undermining one’s self-worth and capabilities, sexual violence, and physical force against the partner. The prevalence of domestic violence in our community is an undefined number, but the […]

Teen Dating Violence

High school – the time of your life. After all, what is there to worry about in high school? The Friday night football game? Your SAT score? A pending application to your dream college? In recent years, domestic violence has become a more popular topic of discussion than it has ever been. We’re seeing more […]

I think I need a protection order, but what kind?

North Carolina provides two basic types of protective orders; a 50B Domestic Violence Protective Order and a 50C No-Contact Order. There are two requirements under North Carolina law in order for a victim to obtain a 50B Domestic Violence Protective Order. First, a certain relationship must exist between the two parties. North Carolina General Statue […]