Massachusetts Child Abuse FAQs
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What Will Happen If The Police Are Called?
A: You may call police either before or after you have gone to a shelter; Many police forces have a policy that they will lay charges in any domestic assault situation; … More -
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What If Police Will Not Lay A Charge?
A: The complaining party can meet a justice of the peace they are usually found at any court house and give him or her information for a charge to be laid … More -
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Would It Be Possible For An Abused Spouse Or Children To Remain In Their Home?
A: In a situation where an abusive spouse was arrested it would probably be safe to remain in the home. At first court appearance by the accused, the abused party could … More -
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Can A Remedy Be Obtained Without Trial On A Criminal Charge?
A: In an appropriate situation, the court may instead impose a peace bond to be on good behaviour and keep the peace. It may or may not also restrict the spouse … More