Commonwealth v. Maneka Pressley, Superior Court of Pennsylvania, Western District, 2023
Brief argues court erred by declaring mistrial based on battering expert testimony; seeks reversal of double jeopardy denial, arguing testimony was acceptable.
Victimized Again: How the Reentry Process Perpetuates Violence Against Survivors of Domestic Violence
Describes how community supervision can decrease safety and increase violence for reentering victims of battering by eliminating or limiting viable options.
Three Formerly Incarcerated Women Talk About Reentry
Print/text version of a panel interview of formerly incarcerated women regarding their reentry experiences, insights, and suggestions for advocates and practitioners working with reentering survivors.
The Use of Expert Testimony on Battering and Its Effects in Criminal Cases: Examining Case Law from 1994-2016
Study of US state and federal cases, examining how defense and prosecution used expert testimony on battering in criminal cases and how courts ruled on its admissibility.
The Impact of Parental Kidnapping Laws and Practice on Domestic Violence Survivors
Explores the role that domestic violence plays in a high percentage of parental kidnapping cases and the need to illuminate that role for a fair applications of justice.
Survivors with Concurrent Criminal Charges and Civil Protection Cases: Considerations for Community-Based Advocates and Civil Attorneys
12-page paper highlighting legal risks faced by victims of battering who are charged with crimes and at the same time negotiating civil court proceedings. Suggests approaches to weighing those risks.