Bristol, PA asked in Domestic Violence for Pennsylvania

Q: My daughter is in the beginning of a divorce , I suspect he is using intimidation and maybe physical threats or abuse .

If I find this to be true can I have him brought up on charges or does she have to.

Related Topics:
1 Lawyer Answer
Kathryn Hilbush
Kathryn Hilbush
Answered
  • Domestic Violence Lawyer
  • Media, PA
  • Licensed in Pennsylvania

A: Ordinarily it would be your daughter who would file for a Protection from Abuse Order against him. Perhaps you can suggest that she consult with a local domestic violence group to help her determine whether she is being subjected to undue pressure or worse.

Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.

The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and Justia, or between you and any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask a Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.

Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.