Domestic Violence
FRO / Domestic Violence Law by Steven Sciancalepore, ESQ
Domestic Violence / FRO
Steven Sciancalepore, Esq. handles both the defense and prosecution of final restraining orders in New Jersey.
To obtain a restraining order, a litigant must meet the two pronged test of Silver v. Silver. First, the litigant must establish a that the defendant committed one of the predicate acts of domestic violence. The litigant must then establish a compelling need for the issuance of a restraining order.
A final restraining order can have collateral consequences that can affect an individual’s gun rights, custody, and employment prospects among others.
In addition to the defense and prosecution of Final Restraining Orders, Sciancalepore Law handles:
- Carfagno motions (Motions to vacate a final restraining order)
- Weapons Forfeiture Hearings
- Contempt Hearings
- The defense of criminal charges relating to domestic violence in Superior and Municipal Courts
Call Sciancalepore Law today at 201-955-2666 for a free consultation.
Steven Sciancalepore, Esq. is an experienced domestic violence lawyer serving Hudson, Passaic, Bergen, Essex, Union, Morris, and Middlesex Counties.