The story of a man in Hancock County, Indiana, facing a staggering number of new criminal charges—more than 100—for violating a no-contact order has lessons that also apply in Pennsylvania. The thirty-four-year-old man, already in jail for more than a dozen charges of domestic battery, kidnapping, confinement, and rape, now finds himself facing more than 100 new charges of invasion of privacy and obstruction. Law enforcement has evidence that he repeatedly contacted his alleged victim by phone, and they believe he tried to convince her to lie in court about the earlier charges he is facing. The legal consequences for violating a no-contact order can be devastating, as the offender in Indiana has learned.  

If you are facing charges of violating a no-contact order—officially known in Pennsylvania as a Protection from Abuse (PFA) order—or any charges related to domestic violence, the LLF Law Firm Team can advise you on legal options and criminal defense. Please call us at 888.535.3686  or contact us through our online form to hear how we can help. 

When Pennsylvania Law Defines Behavior As Domestic Violence 

Relationships between intimate partners—or former intimate partners—can become increasingly volatile, given the intense emotions that are often involved. But when emotional upset crosses over into harm such as sexual or physical assault, emotional abuse, stalking, or threats that cause your partner to be in reasonable fear of immediate physical harm, Pennsylvania law defines it as domestic violence, and the possible consequences are serious and potentially long-term.  

In many cases, the first legal consequence occurs when one of the parties obtains a PFA order against the other. If your partner or former partner obtains a PFA order against you, the Criminal Defense Team at the LLF Law Firm can explain the implications to you and advise you on how best to defend yourself. If the PFA order is temporary and there has not yet been a final PFA hearing, the LLF Law Firm may be able to help you avoid having a permanent PFA order issued. 

The LLF Law Firm Criminal Defense Team Can Help You if You Are Charged With Domestic Violence in Pennsylvania 

If your current or former intimate partner or spouse has obtained a PFA order naming you as the defendant, or if you are charged with any domestic violence crime in Pennsylvania, from stalking to sexual assault, you need the guidance of an experienced, knowledgeable attorney. The LLF Law Firm Criminal Defense Team can advise you on your best legal strategy and how to avoid additional charges. Contact us today at 888.535.3686 or through our online form to hear how we can help.