What are the collateral consequences of a family violence conviction?
The government considers the assault of a family member to be a much more serious crime than the assault of a stranger. Travis County judges often issue an emergency protective order (EPO) in family violence cases. An EPO can forbid you from returning to your home and can even prevent you from seeing your children. In divorce court, a family violence conviction can be used to deny child custody and limit your visitation rights. A family violence conviction will also cause you to permanently lose the right to possess a firearm for any reason. If you are in the military, you will be discharged; if you work in law enforcement, you will be reassigned or fired. A family violence conviction could cost you a professional license or, if you are a skilled tradesman, make it impossible for you to be bonded. It will appear in your criminal record and show up in pre-employment and pre-leasing background checks. Non-citizens convicted of family violence may be denied a green card or deported and de
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