O que pode ser considerado violência doméstica?

A violência doméstica pode abranger comportamentos físicos, psicológicos, verbais, sexuais, patrimoniais ou de controlo exercidos no contexto de uma relação familiar, conjugal, de intimidade ou equiparada. Cada situação deve ser analisada de acordo com os factos concretos e a prova disponíve

Qual é a diferença entre injúria e difamação?

De forma geral, a injúria está relacionada com ofensas dirigidas diretamente a uma pessoa, enquanto a difamação envolve a imputação de factos ou expressões ofensivas perante terceiros. A distinção depende do contexto, das palavras utilizadas e da forma como os factos ocorreram.

Posso apresentar queixa por publicações nas redes sociais?

Sim. Publicações, comentários, mensagens ou conteúdos digitais podem ser relevantes em crimes contra a honra, ameaças ou outros ilícitos penais. É importante guardar provas, como capturas de ecrã, links, datas e identificação dos perfis envolvidos.

Também acompanhamos quem é acusado injustamente?

Sim. Acompanhamos tanto vítimas e assistentes como arguidos. Quando alguém é acusado, é essencial analisar a prova, preparar a defesa e assegurar que os direitos processuais são respeitados em todas as fases do processo.

Domestic Violence and Crimes Against Honour

Legal support in domestic violence, insult, defamation and protection of honour matters

Domestic violence and crimes against honour cases involve sensitive situations with personal, family, professional and reputational impact. They may concern physical, psychological, verbal, financial or digital conduct, as well as allegations of insult, defamation or damage to reputation. We assist with the analysis of the facts, preparation of criminal complaints, attendance at interviews, joining proceedings as an assistant, defence of defendants and representation in court. Our approach is carried out with rigour, discretion and attention to the specific circumstances of each case.

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Areas of Practice

We assist in matters relating to domestic violence, victim protection, defence in criminal proceedings and offences affecting honour, reputation or good name.

Legal support at every stage

We support the client from the initial assessment of the facts through to the filing of a complaint, defence in criminal proceedings, trial or response to court decisions.

Fact analysis and legal assessment

We assess the events, available evidence, messages, witnesses and other relevant elements in order to determine the best course of action.

Preparation of a complaint or defence

We structure the criminal complaint, procedural response or defence strategy, depending on the client’s position in the proceedings.

Support during statements and procedural steps

We provide support during statements before the police authorities, the Public Prosecution Service or the court

Representation in court

We appear in hearings, applications, protection measures, appeals and all other acts necessary to defend the client’s rights.

Frequently Asked Questions

We address some of the most frequently asked questions about domestic violence, defamation and insult offences, criminal complaints and support throughout criminal proceedings.

What can be considered domestic violence?

Domestic violence may include physical, psychological, verbal, sexual, financial or controlling behaviour exercised within the context of a family, marital, intimate or equivalent relationship. Each situation must be assessed in light of the specific facts and the available evidence

What is the difference between insult and defamation?

In general terms, insult is related to statements directed directly at a person, whereas defamation involves the attribution of facts or offensive expressions in the presence of third parties. The distinction depends on the context, the words used and how the events took place.

Can I make a complaint about posts on social media?

Yes. Posts, comments, messages or digital content may be relevant in offences against reputation, threats or other criminal acts. It is important to preserve evidence, such as screenshots, links, dates and identification of the profiles involved.

Do you also assist people who have been wrongly accused?

Yes. We assist victims and assistants, as well as defendants. When someone is accused, it is essential to analyse the evidence, prepare the defence and ensure that procedural rights are respected at every stage of the proceedings.

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