💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Are you aware that survivors of domestic violence have significant rights they can exercise during criminal proceedings against their abusive partner?

In New Hampshire, victims have the following rights under RSA 21-M:8-k:

1️⃣ The right to be reasonably protected from the accused throughout the criminal justice process (II(c));

2️⃣ The right to reasonable and timely notice of all court proceedings, including post-conviction, parole, and probation hearings (II(d));

3️⃣ The right, on the same basis as the accused, to attend trial and all other court proceedings (II(e));

4️⃣ The right to appear and be heard at any disposition, release, plea, sentencing, or parole proceeding (II(p));

5️⃣ The right to confer with the prosecution and be consulted about the case’s disposition, including plea bargaining (II(f));

6️⃣ The right to full and timely restitution or victim compensation for their losses (II(j));

7️⃣ The right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and respect for safety and privacy (II(a));

8️⃣ The right to designate counsel to speak or write on the victim’s behalf when making an impact statement or exercising their rights. 

If you’re a survivor of domestic violence, you have legal rights and options.

 We help survivors:

 ✅ Assert their rights in criminal cases

 ✅ Obtain restraining orders

 ✅ Navigate divorce and parenting matters safely

Reach out for confidential legal support — you’re not alone. 💜

 📞 Call: 1-603-957-0470

💻 Visit: www.NHFamilyLawOffices.com