Nobody has the right to hit you. It is illegal or crime.
Domestic violence includes any felony, battery, assault, criminal property damage, unlawful restraint, or criminal trespass committed by former or current spouses, parents of the same child, parents and children, foster parents, step-parents, stepchildren, and foster kids, or other people living in the same house. Domestic violence is defined by the state of Georgia as "family violence." The legislation protects family members from physical, sexual, and emotional abuse. Domestic violence in Georgia does not require that you must be married to someone.
Who is safe?
The Georgia Family Violence Act was designed to protect people who have been abused by their present or former spouses, parents of the same child, kids and parents, step-parents and stepchildren, foster families, or other people who live or previously lived in the same residence. It can also be used to get interim custody, financial support, and other forms of help for the victim of abuse. In addition, victims who do not qualify for protection under Georgia's Family Violence Act may seek protection under Georgia's laws.
The majority of domestic violence legislation are based on state law. This includes restraining or protective orders, divorce, custody, criminal charges, and other matters.
Orders of Protection
Domestic violence laws are taken seriously in Georgia. And the court can issue a Family Law Protective Order. This order prevents the perpetrator from contacting the victim for a specified period of time. If a restraining or protective order is violated, the violator may be imprisoned and charged with a separate offence, including aggravated stalking.
Family Violence Protection Orders:
• leave the victim alone;
• Order assistance to assist a victim in obtaining personal property. When you know he is with you then you don’t need to be worried just leave the results upon him. They can make the change easily.
• Demand for another accommodation from the abuser
• Grant the victim interim custody of shared children and establish temporary visitation rights;
• Order the abuser to attend counselling;
• Award costs and attorney's fees to either side; and
• Order to arrest the abuser if he or she violates the order.
Consult an Attorney about Your Domestic Violence Case
If you are suffering from domestic violence, don’t bear it infect, get immediate medical attention and keep a safe distance from the attacker. And, if you've been accused with a crime, make sure you get the chance to defend yourself, as is your constitutional right. The best way to defend yourself against domestic abuse claims in Georgia is to consult with an experienced Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney who can evaluate your case and give you personalized legal advice on how to proceed. And it’s the best way to approach the lawyer to discuss your case thoroughly. Because the case which is lacking in some points is not a strong case. To win your battle you have to discuss all the points without any hesitation. A lawyer knows all the sides of the case so he/she can guide you in a right way.
