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What is Stalking?
While some stalking occurs by a stranger, most stalking is done by current or former intimate partners. With the advancement of technology, stalking someone is easier than ever before. Stalking behavior can include any kind of monitoring behavior and sometimes even escalates into violence or intimidation. Let’s look at stalking laws in North Carolina legal terms and see how you can find the help you need.
Verbal Assault: Is It Domestic Violence?
If you have a partner that verbally abuses you regularly, you may react in different ways. You may pretend not to hear their insults or you might shout back. However, when someone you rely on to show love is controlling you with anger instead, it hurts. You don’t have to continue living with an abusive partner. Let’s look at whether verbal assault is considered domestic violence under the law and what you can do about it.
Children and Domestic Violence
Children have a right to live without the threat of constant abuse. In North Carolina, the court system realizes that children and domestic violence do not go together. Learn about how a DVPO can help.
Domestic Violence Laws in North Carolina
Victims of domestic violence have the right to take legal action to end abuse. Anytime there is aggressive behavior within a home, there is potential for domestic violence. Let’s look at the domestic violence laws in North Carolina.
College Campus Violence: What You Need To Know
The college lifestyle can leave you open to physical, sexual, and emotional assault from others. Peer pressure from friends, the use of drugs and alcohol, late nights, and odd schedules contribute to these crimes. With statistics showing college campus violence is prevalent, find out what you need to know to stay safe.
How to Get a Restraining Order
“On average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. During one year, this equates to more than 10 million women and men.” (1) If you are someone you love is suffering abuse at the hands of an intimate partner, you need to know how to get a restraining order. This type of restraining order is called a 50B or Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO).
What is a Restraining Order?
A restraining order is a broad term for a court order to keep someone from taking action against you. This order can include limiting where the person can live or how close they can come near you. It can also include limiting their ability to buy a gun. Learn about what exactly a restraining order is.
How Long Does It Take To Legally Change Your Name?
In North Carolina, if you are at least eighteen years old, you can petition the court to allow your name to be changed. Let’s look at the entire process and how long it takes to legally change your name.
How Much Does it Cost to Change Your Name?
There are many reasons why individuals want to change their name. Depending on the reason for the change, it could cost you more or less time and money. Learn how much it could cost you to change your name.
How to Legally Change Your Name
North Carolina recognizes certain reasons as valid for legally changing your name. Learn how and when you can change your name in NC.
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