Delaware Protection From Abuse Attorneys

Providing Aggressive Legal Representation to Protect Clients Facing Abuse Allegations

Delaware has strict laws and sentencing guidelines that deal with all types of abuse, which can result in being placed on probation, being incarcerated, and having to pay steep fines. A criminal conviction of abuse can result in you not being able to achieve life goals such as holding specific professional licenses, especially those that involve children.

Regardless of what type of abuse charges you may be facing, you cannot wait to see if the charges will go away. Instead, hiring a Delaware protection from abuse lawyer is in your best interest to professionally evaluate your case and determine what legal strategies will provide a favorable outcome.

Contact Abram, Gulab & Hutchison today to schedule a free, confidential consultation so that we may review your case and answer your questions.

What is Considered Abuse Under Delaware Law?

Delaware law considers abuse as any act that causes or inflicts harm on a child or other individual. Delaware charges for abuse include:

• Domestic violence: State law stipulates that domestic violence includes threats, physical abuse, or sexual abuse between household or family members. A household or family member may include spouses, former spouses, couples cohabitating, individuals who share a child, individuals in current or past relationships, and roommates
• Sexual abuse: Crimes against children that include sexual assault, intercourse, child pornography violence, penetration, or any other unlawful sexual contact
• Emotional abuse: Includes threats of physical harm or those that lead to emotional distress. Other examples include using disparaging remarks, ridicule, or posting inappropriate personal content on social media to try and humiliate the victim
• Child abuse: Any harmful conduct against a child, such as sexual or emotional abuse or abusive acts that can lead to a physical injury, including beating, punching, choking, or kicking

If you have been accused of physical violence or other conduct related to abuse, you must seek qualified legal representation immediately.

What is a Petition for Protection From Abuse?

A Petition for Protection From Abuse (PFA) is a civil court order issued through a Delaware family court judge that acts as a restraining order to prevent an individual from perpetrating further abuse on another person. 

A PFA order may order the alleged abuser to stay away from the victim and award the petitioner temporary custody of the children the couple shares. Finally, the alleged victim may be able to file a petition to obtain an emergency PFA order without the other person not being aware of the legal action beforehand.

If you have been served with a PFA order, you must consult an experienced defense attorney who will review the court order. A knowledgeable attorney can provide necessary legal assistance, including:

• Advising you of your legal rights and how to remain compliant with the PFA order
• Act as your legal advocate to contest the allegations that have been made against you

For more information about the PFA process or other issues related to Delaware family law, contact our law office to schedule a meeting with a qualified legal team member who will gladly answer your questions.

How Can Hiring a Protection From Abuse Attorney Help Me Protect My Rights and Freedom?

If you have been charged with any type of abuse in Delaware, you need an attorney on your side who will protect your rights and freedom. An attorney can help you successfully navigate the legal complexities of the Delaware criminal justice system to ensure you receive fair treatment.

If you have been arrested and questioned by the police, it is important that you remember that you have the right to remain silent. Many defendants make the common mistake of trying to tell law enforcement their side of the story with the hope that the charges will go away. However, in most cases, speaking to the police without having an attorney present could result in additional charges or damage to your case.

Some of the other most significant advantages of having legal representation include:

• Advise you of your rights and the potential criminal penalties you may face
• Conduct an independent investigation to gather evidence for your defense, including interviewing witnesses, scrutinizing police reports, and video footage
• Negotiate with the prosecutor to try and have the charges dismissed or obtain a plea bargain that helps you avoid a criminal conviction
• Provide legal representation if the prosecutor refuses to negotiate, and the case goes to trial

Finally, if you have been served with a Protection From Abuse (PFA) order, a skilled defense attorney can provide legal assistance to help you contest or modify the order.

Regardless of your legal needs, contact Abram, Gulab & Hutchison at our Delaware law office to schedule a free consultation so that we may thoroughly analyze your case.

Why Should I Trust Abram, Gulab & Hutchison to Provide Me With Legal Representation to Fight Abuse Charges?

If you have been accused of domestic violence or recklessly causing any form of abuse, you will have to deal with many legal challenges so that you can get your life back on track. Abram, Gulab & Hutchison is a law firm that understands individuals often make poor or impulsive choices that can impact their lives and those of their family members.

When you come to us for help, we will stand by your side throughout the legal process to ensure you stay informed and know what to expect as your case progresses.

Our highly trained lawyers recognize that clients who have been charged with abuse are anxious to resolve their legal issues so they can rebuild their lives. When you come to us for help, we will create comprehensive legal strategies to help you obtain favorable results.

Contact Abram, Gulab & Hutchison at 302-405-7010 to schedule a free, no-obligation legal consultation. We will then determine your legal options and how we can help.