Posts Tagged ‘Alperstein & Diener’
Standard of Evidence for Protective Order Will Change October 1, 2014
On October 1, 2014 the standard of evidence for getting a protective order will change. The process should remain the same, but the burden of proof is changing. Prior to October 1st a petitioner has had to convince a judge by “clear and convincing” evidence that an abusive act had occurred before a judge could issue a protective order—as…
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When you meet with Alperstein and Diener lawyers for a criminal or drunk driving matter, don’t be surprised if we recommend getting an evaluation and treatment. We recommend this course of action because we understand how cases are perceived by the judges, prosecutors and court personnel. In drug cases, because of the addictive nature of…
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