Parle v. Runnels

U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit · Decided 2007-10-10

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HAWKINS, Circuit Judge: Domestic violence is a serious problem in America. When love turns to hate, grave injury — even death — can result. When that violence spins out of control, considerable problems confront the criminal justice system. The heat of the moment and the history of the relationship can make it quite difficult to assess responsibility. Sometimes it is clear who t…

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