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In Massachusetts, victims of domestic violence and harassment can petition the court for one of two different types of restraining orders, including an abuse prevention order against a family member or a harassment prevention order against someone other than a family...
Stalking is considered a serious crime in Massachusetts. The state has laws that explain what it entails and what penalties come with a conviction. What is stalking? Stalking is a crime that occurs when a person continuously follows and harasses someone after they...
Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects millions of people each year, and it can take many different forms. It is important to understand the different types of domestic abuse so that you can get help if you or someone you know is experiencing it. Emotional...
Massachusetts residents who experience domestic violence can get a 209A restraining order to keep their abusers away. It's important to know what happens when the order ends. What is a 209A restraining order? A 209A restraining order is issued by the court to keep an...
Unwanted attention like hanging outside another person's apartment complex or place of employment, or repeated harassing phone calls are typical acts associated with stalking. Cyberstalking reflects the use of technology to harass and frighten a victim. Threatening...
In Massachusetts, domestic violence victims and their families have certain protections under state law, including as it relates to their employment. A state law passed in 2014, M.G.L. c. 12, §§ 3, 6, and 9, allows anyone who has experienced domestic violence or has...
In the state of Massachusetts, it is against the law to commit domestic violence against a family or household member. Not only does the law specifically state who is considered a family or household member, but it is clear regarding what constitutes domestic violence...
In the state of Massachusetts, domestic violence doesn't have to be physical. Your partner could accuse you of emotional abuse when they bring the case to court. Emotional abuse can be hard to define, but it typically has a few main components. What are some examples...
Stalking is about more than “bothering” someone. A stalker could put an intended victim into a state of tremendous fear. Fears might be warranted, as some stalkers could be prone to violence. Procuring a restraining order might help the situation and, in some cases,...
Domestic violence is a serious problem in Massachusetts and throughout the United States. It is important that individuals understand the domestic violence laws of their own jurisdictions so that they understand who and how protections are granted. This post will...