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Allegations of domestic violence can be confusing and alarming, especially if a Domestic Violence Protective Order (DVPO) if filed under Chapter 50B. North Carolina law alleged victms who feel threatened or harmed in a personal, “domestic” relationship to petition the court for a civil protective order, sometimes referred to as…

What starts as a Domestic Violence Protective Order (DVPO) hearing can quickly evolve into criminal charges. The North Carolina Court of Appeals recently addressed this reality in Simpson v. Silver, filing an opinion that clarifies how courts evaluate evidence in these cases. The decision, released November 5, 2024, provides guidance…