Domestic

Ottawa County Judge Facing Domestic Violence Charge Waives Arraignment Hearing

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HOLLAND SENTINEL – Ottawa County Judge Bradley Knoll has waived his arraignment hearing for a domestic violence charge, according to a report from The Grand Haven Tribune. Knoll, who serves as the chief judge of the Ottawa County 58th District Court, was arrested by the Grand Haven Department of Public Safety on December 13 and charged with misdemeanor domestic violence. His next court date will be a pretrial conference presided over by Muskegon County Judge Geoffrey Nolan. The charge against Knoll involves the violation of MCL 750.812, which deals with assaulting a spouse, former spouse, … Read more

Tragic Murder Exposes Critical Need for Stronger Domestic Violence Laws in Maryland

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FREDERICK COUNTY, MARYLAND – A recent tragic incident in Frederick County has sparked a call for tougher domestic violence laws. The accused, a local man, stands accused of murdering his estranged wife shortly after she filed for divorce. This devastating case has shed light on the urgent need to address domestic violence more effectively in the state. According to advocates for domestic violence victims, this incident exemplifies the necessity of stricter legislation to protect vulnerable individuals. The shocking events that unfolded highlight the dangerous consequences faced by those seeking to escape abusive relationships. The case … Read more

Justice Served: Appellate Court Rules in Favor of $3 Million Jury Award, Chicago Police Failed in Duty to Protect Domestic Violence Victim

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Chicago, IL – The appellate court has upheld a $3 million jury award and ruled that the Chicago police should have taken additional measures to protect a domestic violence victim who was ultimately slain. The decision brings attention to the issue of police accountability and their role in preventing such tragic incidents. The case involves a woman named Mary Jones, who was a victim of domestic violence. Despite seeking help from the Chicago police multiple times and obtaining an order of protection against her ex-boyfriend, she was tragically murdered by him. The lawsuit filed by … Read more

Former Mr. Universe Found Guilty of Domestic Abuse After Retrial, Victim Forced to Sleep in Shed

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Rockford, Illinois – Jeffrey Primm, 66, has been found guilty in a retrial for a domestic abuse case dating back to August 2015. Primm was initially sentenced to 16 years in prison in December 2018, but appealed the case, citing inadequate legal representation. The original guilty verdict and plea were subsequently overturned in 2020, leading to the reinstatement of charges against Primm. In 2019, Primm’s public defender withdrew from the case due to a conflict of interest. The investigation by Rockford Police Detectives began in 2015 after a victim came forward with multiple complaints of … Read more