Domestic violence prosecutions have designated courts, prosecutors and rules like immediate arrest and no contact orders.

Youth are charged with adult crime but in jevenile court with special prosecutors, rules and judges.

A suspicion alone, a disciplinary event or a medical condition, can lead child abuse specialists and police to “protect the child.”

Students and young adults are just starting to establish themselves. A criminal charge can limit opportunity.

Judges rule on petitions for protection orders every day over the objections of unrepresented respondents. Get experienced counsel to help you.

Suspensions and expulsions happen daily at schools and universities. The timelines for appeal are fast.