Lethal incidents of domestic violence appear to be rising during the COVID-19 shutdowns, which are causing many people to remain confined in their homes. A recent article in the Huffington Post ... Continue Reading
Domestic Violence Calls Spike By 20 Percent in Houston, Texas
According to a survey by NBC News, domestic violence calls to Houston police rose 20 percent in March 2020 compared to the month prior, just as the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic began causing many ... Continue Reading
COVID-19 Confinement May Spur Domestic Violence Cases
Health experts warn that the widespread “sheltering in place” or “self-quarantining” caused by the COVID-19 crisis, also known as novel coronavirus 2019 pandemic, may spur more cases of domestic ... Continue Reading
What Crimes Are Punishable by Death in Texas?
The recent execution of white supremacist gang member Justen Grant Hall at the Texas state penetentiary in Huntsville brings to mind an important question: What crimes are punishable by death in ... Continue Reading
Are the NFL’s Domestic Violence Policies Fair?
As the 2019 National Football League’s season begins, domestic violence and sexual assault problems return to the national spotlight. Given a string of serious offenses by players, U.S. Sen. Richard ... Continue Reading
Texas’ New Law Turns Up The Heat On Domestic Violence
A bill known as “Rachel’s Law” recently passed the Texas House of Representatives, followed by the Texas Senate, and it now needs only Gov. Greg Abbott’s signature to become law. This law expressly ... Continue Reading