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What should I do if accused of domestic violence?

On Behalf of | Nov 20, 2020 | Violent Crimes

There are many reasons why society abhors domestic violence. Tens of thousands of Americans each year live with domestic violence and the damage it does to families is untold.

This is why being falsely accused of domestic violence is terrifying. Not only can you face charges in the court of law, you may also find yourself losing in the court of public opinion. You must act quickly if somebody accuses you of domestic divorce, says FindLaw, and you also must stay calm.

What should I do first?

The first thing you should do is contact your family and friends. You do not want your loved ones hearing about these domestic violence accusations through gossip. It is best to confront the accusations head-on and deny them. Doing this will help ensure that your family stays on your side throughout this ordeal.

Additionally, make sure that you change all of your login information for your accounts. It is possible that the person accusing you of domestic violence sign in to your messaging accounts if they have access. Your accuser may then send a bunch of threatening missives from your account to fabricate a “paper trail” of violence.

Why does calmness matter?

Reacting angrily to accusations of domestic violence is going to make you look guilty even if you are not. Remember that domestic violence often occurs behind closed doors and outsiders are often not aware of it.

If you react angrily to the accusations, people may assume that you react angrily inside of your home and may lash out. Keeping appearances in check during this process is of paramount importance.