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For those with questions about domestic violence and divorce rights, domestic violence and child custody, or concerns about their safety, it is important to meet with a knowledgeable and trusted attorney. If you are facing this kind of sensitive and potentially dangerous situation, you can turn to Eric M. Swinyard & Associates, PLLC for legal guidance and protection.
Contact us at (801) 948-8889 for a case review to see how we can help. From our South Jordan office, we serve Salt Lake County and Utah County.
What Is Domestic Violence?
While many people have specific images of what is considered domestic violence in their mind, the law defines it as the abuse of one partner by the other while the two are engaged in an intimate relationship, such as marriage. Domestic violence can also occur between dating partners, parents and children, siblings, and roommates.
Some types of domestic violence include:
- Physical assault, such as striking the other partner
- Shoving a partner
- Sexual assault (including rape)
- Stalking the partner
- Intimidation
- Trying to isolate the partner from his or her family members or friends
- Emotional abuse
- Withholding money or hiding funds in an effort to control the other partner’s actions
Sometimes, when the violence reaches its worst point – such as in a life-threatening situation – one partner may decide to leave the relationship. It is important for those who are considering leaving an abusive relationship to think about their safety during this time. Some of the factors to consider when divorcing an abusive spouse include restraining orders related to the divorce and domestic violence.