Publisher's Synopsis
Help for New Jersey Domestic Violence Victims. If you or a loved one is a victim of domestic violence, it is important to know that the law is on your side. You are not alone! In this step-by-step guide, attorney Bari Z. Weinberger walks you through the many forms of legal help available to women and men in New Jersey seeking assistance and protection in a domestic violence matter. With real-life examples and easy-to-follow instructions on how to file certain court forms, readers will:
- Learn when and how to seek police assistance and find safe shelter from an abuser.
- Understand the basics of filing for a New Jersey Temporary Restraining Order, including special considerations when children are involved.
- Find out what information and evidence judges look for when deciding whether or not to turn a TRO into a permanent order of protection.
- Gain practical advice and tips for staying safe, such as how to maintain a confidential address and how, if appropriate, to file for divorce.
- Learn how restraining orders granted in different states are enforced in New Jersey, and vice versa.
- Discover statewide and local resources available to help domestic victims rebuild their lives.
- Find out what legal recourse is available to you if you are someone who was been falsely accused of domestic violence in New Jersey.
