Speak to legal counsel first if accused of domestic assault

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Céline Dostaler

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There are many reasons why a partner or spouse might make a false accusation of domestic assault. It possibly could be a power play or as leverage in a divorce, especially if the division of assets and the custody of children are in dispute. Police do not take domestic assault allegations lightly so once a complaint has been laid, charges are likely to follow. To read more, click here.

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