As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, non-essential businesses have been shut down and millions of people across the U.S. have been subjected to stay-at-home orders. But while this is to increase the safety of Americans, it has actually had the opposite effect for many. In fact, due to this mandated confinement, many people who…
Category: Domestic Violence
When Does Domestic Violence Become a Felony?
Domestic violence – known under Texas law as Assault Family Violence – is one of the most common types of offenses. Domestic violence can either be considered a misdemeanor or a felony, which can impact your consequences. But how do we determine the classification of each incident? Domestic violence includes either physical or sexual violence…
