He-said, she-said domestic violence charges are levied against people in Chicago every day. That’s because in many cases, the police don’t have much to go on – but will he-said, she-said domestic violence charges stick? Will [...]
Families fight – it happens. But in the state of Illinois, you can be charged with domestic battery for getting into a physical altercation with your family members (even your brother). This guide explains. I Got [...]
The state of Illinois has plenty of laws on the books about hitting and harming other people – but can you go to jail for hitting your stepkids? This guide explains. Can You Go to Jail [...]
In the state of Illinois, domestic battery is a crime – and it’s one that could land you in jail. But can you be charged with something as serious as domestic battery if you slap your [...]
Is pushing your wife domestic battery in Illinois? The short answer: Yes. Here's what you need to know. Is pushing your wife domestic battery in Illinois? The short answer: Yes. Here's what you need to know. Is [...]
What are the penalties for domestic battery charges in Illinois? If you're facing a domestic battery charge, you're probably wondering the same thing - and this guide explains. Penalties for Domestic Battery Charges in Illinois The [...]
Domestic abuse - in Illinois, called domestic battery - is a crime. But what's the definition of domestic abuse, what does it look like in real life, and what kind of penalties will you pay if [...]
Is emotional abuse considered domestic battery? Here’s what you need to know about this serious criminal charge. Is Emotional Abuse Considered Domestic Battery? Emotional abuse is not domestic battery – although it can be another type [...]
If you're like many people facing charges of domestic battery in Illinois, you're not sure what happens next - or what the potential consequences of a conviction might be. This guide explains. Domestic Battery in Illinois: [...]
Domestic violence against men is a serious crime (the requirements for the crimes of domestic battery and aggravated domestic battery are the same, regardless of gender). However, some men throw out false allegations to gain an [...]
