The information presented in this article is for discussion purposes only. It is not legal advice. You should consult with your department's legal team prior to taking any action. When an officer swears the oath of office they are making a solemn promise to uphold the U.S. Constitution, their State Constitution, and the laws of their jurisdiction. In most circumstances this … [Read more...]
Investigating Domestic Violence Strangulation
Strangulation is a very grave form of battery in domestic violence (DV). By some estimates, about 10% of all women who experience domestic violence will experience a near fatal strangulation by their partner, and they are 7x more likely to be killed by their partner than any other victim of DV. Strangulation is so serious that according to the National District … [Read more...]