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I was falsely accused of assault by my ex-partner, which led to my arrest with a no-contact order as a condition of release. Recently, she came to my home claiming to be homeless, and I allowed her to stay. She assaulted me with a glass, causing serious injury and hospitalization. Although I... View More 
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answered on Apr 28, 2025
Any contact would be a violation of the condition of release. Depending on the charge for which you were placed on bail it can either be charged as a misdemeanor or felony. Her assaulting you would also subject her to possible criminal charges, but would not be a defense to a bail violation charge... View More
I went to my Disposition conf. (for D.V. Charge) and was not personally involved in any negotiations.
Not only did my lawyer not contact me prior to my date.. I had to text him to find out where he was once I was there. Once we had met up in a conf room.. I was told to "hang on"... View More
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answered on Feb 11, 2025
Dispositional conference are held in chambers between the State's attorney and defense counsel. The defendant is not present for the conference in chambers. The defendant is required to appear in court and be available to discuss any offer with counsel. If any agreement is reached between the... View More
I'm concerned about the process of adding a supplemental statement to the case file of my boyfriend, who was charged with domestic violence. I submitted the statement to the detective as instructed by the court, who confirmed it was sent via email. A victim advocate confirmed that the district... View More
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answered on Jun 5, 2025
You’ve done your part by submitting the statement and confirming it reached the DA’s office. It can help to follow up directly with the DA’s victim-witness coordinator—ask if they’ve placed the statement into the official court record and request a written confirmation of filing. If the... View More
I'm seeking help regarding a complicated situation involving my ex-wife during our divorce proceedings. I believe the judge made an incorrect judgment by allowing false statements concerning my ex-wife administering pills to our son, despite her not having any allergies or medical issues.... View More
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answered on Jun 5, 2025
You can start by reviewing the final order and any transcripts. If you believe the judge missed critical evidence, you may file a motion to modify custody or even an appeal if deadlines allow.
Gathering clear documentation of incidents, like medical records or sworn statements, can help... View More
In Maine, if a temporary PFA (Protection From Abuse) order was dismissed after the plaintiff did not show up for the final hearing, can charges for violating the PFA still be held against the defendant? In this case, my boyfriend was charged with a violation of the PFA after his pregnant... View More
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answered on May 18, 2025
In order to be guilty of violating a protective order, the State would have to prove that at the time the protective order was in place the person violated it. If the protective order is later dismissed that would not be a defense to violating it when it was in effect.
I have been accused of domestic violence, and a PFA (Protection from Abuse) order was filed against me. However, the person who obtained the PFA has been stalking and harassing me and my wife. We have filed multiple police reports documenting incidents such as being followed, having our pictures... View More
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answered on May 15, 2025
If you are experiencing ongoing harassment despite the issuance of a Protection from Abuse (PFA) order, there are several legal steps you can take to stop the harassment. First, document every incident of stalking or harassment in detail, including dates, times, locations, and any evidence such as... View More
I have a pending domestic violence (DV) court case that was initiated three days before I received a summons for a Preliminary Injunction to Stop Harassment (PFH) involving the same person. The PFH, however, does not include a no-contact order and is not related to the DV case. I have not... View More
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answered on Apr 14, 2025
In your situation, the Preliminary Injunction to Stop Harassment (PFH) itself does not constitute a violation unless you violate its terms. Since it does not include a no-contact order and there have been no allegations of violations, you are not in violation simply because it was issued after the... View More
Dropped domestic charge to a disorderly conduct charge
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answered on Nov 11, 2023
All domestic violence charges in Maine have a penalty range of 0 to 364 days in jail. It is possible a domestic violence conviction can result in jail time. It depends on the nature of the offense (what happened, whether there was injury, etc) and the individual defendant, such as any prior record.... View More
My spouse is avoiding service and is refusing to sign anything. He is also been charged with three counts of domestic violence against me and is avoiding arrest and court on these issues also and now has felony warrants. There is bail conditions set that he cannot see or speak to me and one of our... View More
answered on Jul 29, 2023
You can file the divorce along with a motion for alternate service. You will need to submit with the motion an affidavit showing what efforts you have made to serve him as well as something from the sheriffs dep as to their efforts. You can ask that he be served by publication or any other means... View More
Boyfriend didn't want arrest to happen or arrest. There was no physical touch no witnesses no text or video tapi g. Nothing recorded and no neighbor statements
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answered on Feb 20, 2023
If you're referring to a no contact order in the bail bond, it is possible to have it removed by the Court before arraignment. The defendant will need to file a motion to have the condition removed and the court will schedule a hearing on it for the court to decide whether to remove it or not.... View More
My first attorney verified to the Overseers of the Bar our prenup was invalid and I lost the benefit reporting him for writing a handwritten order with my signature forged on it, which gave my husband, defendant full control of our finances.
Is it a violation if the pfa order does not say I cant text but says I can call and me and my children text
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answered on Aug 28, 2019
I would have to see the PFA order to know for sure, but if the Order specifies phone calls only then any other contact, including through text, is likely a violation of the Order.
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