Assault Charges and 50B Orders: When Criminal and Civil Tracks Collide

Clients are sometimes surprised that a criminal assault case and a civil domestic violence protective order proceeding can both exist—with overlapping facts but different burdens and timelines.

Inconsistent statements between forums can damage credibility in both. That does not mean you should refuse to participate; it means you should understand what is being asked and why wording matters.

If children or housing are involved, ‘winning’ a narrative on social media is usually the wrong tactic. Documentation and counsel-led communication tend to age better in court.