Q: do I need a lawyer after being served civil summons domestic violence papers in nc ?
we had major fight on vacation in cancun this past week , she attacked me first verbally than physical (scrathing my face and neck , biting a hole in my chest and digging her nail into my wrist ) than I attacked her and she ended up with 3 broken ribs from me punching her multiple times . we both were drunk , she left cancun 3 days early and when I got home today I was served and have to appear in court 08/06/2015
A: A Domestic violence protective order can limit your right to possess a firearm, it can limit your employment options, limit where you can live, etc. So yes, you should hire an attorney.
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