No matter if you are a victim of abuse, or have been wrongfully accused, domestic violence is always a highly sensitive issue. Being a victim of abuse is a terrible, disorienting experience. In many cases, victims are unsure where to go for assistance, and confused on their legal rights. In a similar way, people who have been wrongfully accused of abuse frequently do not know how to properly defend themselves.
If you are a victim of abuse in Upper Marlboro County, Maryland and the District of Columbia, you are entitled to obtain a protective or restraining order. Getting such an order is typically quite a rapid process. Retaining the services of a qualified Domestic Violence Attorney knowledgeable in the process will help you to resolve the matter quickly and thoroughly.