When many people think of domestic violence, they imagine black eyes and broken bones. Soon, however, courts in Derry and across the country may be hearing criminal defense against a different form of domestic assault that is not always visible to the naked eye. Coercive control is a systematic form of physical and emotional domination of one partner over the other over a period of time. One partner may use a combination of humiliation, manipulation or isolation as ways to control the other partner.
New Hampshire city police turning to Pokemon Go to capture fugitives
Without a doubt, Pokemon Go has been all the rage ever since it was released on July 6, 2016, for the iOS and Android platforms. Pokemon Go has quickly become the world's the most popular smartphone app, seizing the title from Candy Crush Saga. As of July 20, more than 30 million people have downloaded Pokemon Go worldwide.
Criminal defense could focus on meth investigation of bar owner
Derry residents might have heard about the arrest that is being reported as the largest methamphetamine seizure in the state of New Hampshire. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) claims that the owner of a bar here in the state was selling the drug out of his establishment. More than likely, his criminal defense will focus on the investigation in order to ensure that the man's rights were protected.
Man's criminal defense to sex crimes ends with an acquittal
The age of consent in New Hampshire is 16-years-old. This means that even if the other party is in a position of authority over a teen, any sexual contact can still be found to have been consensual depending on the circumstances. Anyone accused of sexual assault of a person age 16 and up might use this fact as part of a criminal defense strategy to fight related charges.
Full criminal defense important for DWI or DUI charges
Some people here in Derry know that being pulled over for drinking and driving can be a frightening and disconcerting experience. If you are arrested, you will more than likely have more to deal with than just DWI or DUI charges. Your criminal defense counsel should be able to handle all of the facets surrounding the incident.
