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SAVE offers a series of Special Reports that address a variety of domestic violence policy issues: Fundamentals: How Effective are Domestic Violence Programs in Stopping Partner Abuse? Estimated National Expenditures for Domestic Violence Services and Programs Accountability and Oversight of Federally-Funded Domestic Violence Programs: An Analysis Training, Education, and Public Awareness Programs: Most DV Educational […]

A false allegation can be a life-altering experience. But falsely accused persons often don't see it coming. These are some of the warning signs to look for: Your partner has gotten a restraining before and knows how to work the system. You and your partner are thinking about separating, and you are worried about an [...]

These are the legal changes that need to be made to assure the innocent are protected and true victims receive the priority they deserve: Limit definitions of domestic violence to physical “violence.” Require that accusers provide objective evidence (visible injury, medical record, police report, cell phone recording) of violence or harm before they can qualify [...]

Some persons believe the best defense is a strong offense. In domestic violence cases, this may or may not be true, depending on the facts of your case, your personal resources, and the legal climate in your jurisdiction. Some actions are appropriate to use during the resolution of your case, while others apply after your […]

Do not allow your partner to provoke you into breaking the restraining order. In many states, even a minor violation of a restraining order is grounds for arrest. If your partner tries to get you to break the order, document the action and seek immediate legal advice. Consider going to the judge to request the […]

A restraining order is an order issued by a court that is meant to protect a person from harm. A restraining order requires the alleged abuser to immediately leave the house and avoid any contact or communications with the identified victim for a period of time. A restraining order can also direct a person to […]

Part of the challenge of defending yourself from a false allegation is understanding the legal terminology that is being used. These are many of the words you are likely to hear: Continuance — The postponement of a hearing. Counter-petition – The request by the respondent to get an order against the petitioner. Defendant – The […]

It is important that you take an accusation of domestic violence seriously. The false accuser may use a restraining order as “proof” that you are an abusive individual in a subsequent child custody hearing. Or the accuser may be trying to harass or “teach you a lesson.” Your legal defense strategy will depend on many [...]

A restraining order is the most commonly used legal tactic to make a false allegation of domestic violence. If you have reason to believe your partner is about to make a false accusation, it is critical that you act quickly to protect your children, your reputation, your assets, and even your career: Get legal advice […]

Approximately two million Americans experience intimate partner violence each year(1). These persons need counseling services, legal assistance, shelter resources, and protection by the criminal justice system. Unfortunately, each year 2-3 million restraining orders are issued in the United States (2), of which as many as 80% are unnecessary or false (3). As Elaine Epstein, former […]