Montgomery County Domestic Violence Attorney

Domestic violence involves acts of abuse between family or members of the same household. Your home is supposed to be a refuge and safe place for you.

When your safety is threatened within your household, the law can protect you. There are legal steps that you can take for your safety and wellbeing.

Speak with a domestic violence attorney to find out your legal options. The compassionate Maryland family law attorney at Shah & Kishore can help you find a solution to your situation.

Why Choose Shah & Kishore? 

• Shah & Kishore is a Montgomery County, Maryland family law firm with some of the most knowledgeable and experienced family law attorney in the region.
• We are experienced and aggressive in family law litigation, and our philosophy is to Deliver Peace of Mind.

If you are suffering in a domestic violence situation, or being falsely accused of domestic violence, call us at (301) 315-0001 to find out your rights in your situation. Your initial consultation is free, so call us today to schedule an appointment.

Maryland Domestic Violence Protections

Under Maryland law, you must have a certain type of relationship to be able to file a protection order. The following parties can file a Petition for a Protection Order:

• Current or former spouse
• Cohabitant
• Related by blood, marriage, or adoption
• Parent, stepparent, child, or stepchild, or co-resident for at least 90 days within 1 year before the filing of the petition
• Vulnerable adult
• Individual who has a child in common

What Does a Protective Order Do?

A protective order, sometimes referred to as a restraining order, is a court order that stops a person from continuing a certain action or behavior. These may include:

• Restrain the person from being within a certain distance of the complainant.
• Restrain the person from making any contact with or harassing the complainant.
• Restrain the person from buying or owning a firearm.
• Where the complainant is living with the person carrying out the abuse, the court may order the abuser to leave the home and award temporary use and possession of the residence to the complainant.
• The person may also be ordered to stay away from the place of employment, school or temporary residence of the complainant.
• The court may also make temporary orders as to the custody of any children of the Complainant or the Accuser of said action.

What To Do in a Maryland Domestic Violence Situation

If you are facing imminent threat of physical harm, you should call the police immediately. As soon as you get to safety, you should contact a Maryland domestic violence attorney who can take legal steps to assure your wellbeing.

Your domestic violence lawyer will immediately begin the process to get a protective order on your behalf. Our Maryland protective orders lawyer has the experience and knowledge to help with the legal process. 

How Can a Domestic Violence Lawyer Help?

Domestic violence lawyers understand the importance of getting you an immediate solution in your case. Any delay could be the difference between life and death.

The process for getting a protective order from the court is just like any other court process. The court’s decision will be based on the law and on the evidence presented to the court.

The courts will give immediate relief by way of a temporary order and give a date for a full hearing to determine whether or not to grant a final protective order. This process allows both parties to cool off, while erring on the side of caution.

A temporary protective order is no guarantee that the court will grant a final protective order. A complainant has to prove that their relationship qualifies for protection, and that the alleged abuse actually occurred.

An experienced domestic violence attorney has the knowledge and experience to properly advise you and help you gather the evidence required to succeed in court.

Contact Our Montgomery County Domestic Violence Lawyer at Shah & Kishore

If you are a victim of domestic violence or you have been falsely accused of domestic violence, contact Shah & Kishore to schedule a free consultation. Speak to our Maryland domestic violence lawyer by calling (301) 315-0001 today.