When you're charged with first-time domestic battery in Illinois, it's really just a domestic battery charge - there's no specific charge for "first-time domestic battery." However, the fact that this is your first charge could affect [...]
One of the most frequently asked questions we hear is "Do all domestic violence cases go to trial?" The short answer is no - not all domestic violence cases go to trial. Here's what you need [...]
If you're like many people whose spouse, significant other or family member has been arrested for domestic battery in Illinois, you're wondering, "Can I drop domestic battery charges?" You're not alone - a lot of people [...]
If you're like many people wondering if you can expunge a domestic battery charge, the answer is maybe. (That doesn't help much, does it?) Here's what you need to know. Can You Expunge a Domestic Battery [...]
What are you supposed to say to the police if you’re arrested for domestic battery or aggravated domestic battery? Here’s what you need to know. What to Say to Police if You’re Arrested for Domestic Battery [...]
Unfortunately, it's fairly common for one spouse to accuse the other of domestic battery or aggravated domestic battery. Sometimes this happens in the course of a divorce or custody battle, or it can happen when one [...]
If you’re like most people accused of domestic battery or aggravated domestic battery, you know that you could use a lawyer’s help. Anyone who’s accused of committing a crime in the U.S. has the right to [...]
Aggravated domestic battery is a serious crime - and it's one that carries a harsh sentence if you're convicted. You always have the right to talk to an attorney about your case, so if you've been [...]
If you've been accused of domestic battery, which is the crime of causing bodily harm or making physical contact of an insulting or provoking nature to any family or household member, you may need to talk [...]
If you get a domestic battery charge as a result of a confrontation between you and a family or household member, there are certain things you should do - and some things you absolutely shouldn't do. [...]
