Types of Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is threatening behavior, that can be violent or abusive. It can be psychological, physical, sexual, financial or emotional between adults who are or have been in an intimate relationship or are related, regardless of the gender or sex.

Types

Physical abuse– Physical abuse is the use of physical force against the other person. Physical abuse includes:

• Pushing, hitting, slapping, kicking, beating
• Preventing the victim from leaving the room by locking it
• Throwing objects at the victim
• Refusing medical help for the victim
• Denying basic needs such as eating and sleeping
• Forceful use of substances like drugs and alcohol

Emotional abuse– Emotional abuse is the use of words, voice or action that can affect the emotional and mental well-being of the victim. Studies have revealed the scars of verbal and non-verbal abuse are more emotionally damaging than physical abuse. Emotional abuse may include:

• Verbal threats
• Name calling and using abusive language against the victim
• Humiliating or embarrassing the person in front of others
• Isolating victim from family and friends
• Keeping excessive check on the victim
• Blaming the victim for the abuse
• Following or stalking the victim

Sexual abuse– Sexual abuse is when the victim is forced to have sexual intercourse with the abuser or take part in unwanted sexual activity. Common examples of sexual abuse include:

• Forcing sex on the person
• Forcing the person to have sex with others
• Physically hurting the person during sex
• Forcing the person to have sex without use of protection against pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases
• Unwanted touching

Financial abuse– Financial abuse is the use or misuse of power and control over finances without the partner’s consent. Common examples of financial abuse include:

• Forbidding the victim to work
• Demanding the victim to give account of money spent
• Forcing the victim to pay for all expenses
• Controlling bank accounts and common property
• Forging signature of the victim on important financial documents

Experienced Domestic Violence Attorney in New Jersey

If you are accused of domestic violence, then you should speak with a New Jersey domestic violence attorney. In New Jersey, being charged with domestic violence can carry severe consequences, including time in prison. An experienced domestic violence attorney will provide valuable guidance throughout your case.

Contact The Law Offices of Joel Silberman LLC, at 201-420-1913 or email joel@joelsilbermanlaw.com .