Domestic Violence affects the entire family. Those charged with such offenses can be removed from their home and ordered to have no contact with their loved ones. Jail time, fines and counseling are often ordered by the courts. Whether Domestic Violence is charged as a misdemeanor or felony depends on a person’s criminal record, if a weapon was involved and whether any injury occurred. The Law Offices of Ross Green has the experience necessary to help you navigate through this difficult time which affects every aspect of person’s family life.
Potential Penalties for Domestic Violence
• Misdemeanor Jail Time (Up to 1 Year)
• Felony Jail Time (Most Offenses Have 3 Year Maximums)
• Fines
• Domestic Violence Counseling (Up to 1 Year)
• Anger Management (Up to 3 Months)
• No Contact/Harass Order (Valid for Up to 3 Years)
• Informal/ Formal Probation (Up to 3 Years)
• Permanent Criminal Record• Lifetime Ban from Possessing Firearms
Common Defenses to Domestic Violence Offenses
• Failure to Read Miranda Warnings
• Self-Defense
• Alibi Defense
• Lack of Injury
• False Statements to Police by Accuser
• Voluntary Intoxication
• History of Abuse by Accuser
• Accident
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