Domestic Battery Cases in Illinois: The Basics
If you're like many people in the middle of domestic battery cases in Illinois, you have questions. First things first, though: You have the right to hire an attorney - and if you can't afford to [...]
Can You Get a Domestic Battery Charge Off Your Record in Illinois?
If you're like many people facing a domestic battery charge in Illinois, you're wondering if you can later have it removed from your criminal record. Here's what you need to know. Can You Get a Domestic [...]
4 Things to Do if You’re Charged With Domestic Violence in Illinois
If you're like many people, you're facing a domestic violence charge (technically, the charges are domestic battery or aggravated domestic battery) and you're not sure what to do next. It doesn't matter whether you made a [...]
The Basics on Domestic Battery in Illinois
Domestic battery is a very serious crime in Illinois - and if you're convicted of it, you're facing jail or prison time. Here's what you need to know. The Basics on Domestic Battery in Illinois Domestic [...]
Is Domestic Battery the Same as Domestic Violence?
If you're like many people, the legal terminology the state of Illinois uses is confusing. So is domestic battery the same as domestic violence? Here's what you need to know. Is Domestic Battery the Same as [...]
What Happens With a Second Domestic Battery Charge?
What happens with a second domestic battery charge? If you've been convicted of domestic battery or aggravated domestic battery in the past, you could face much more serious penalties than you did the first time. Here's [...]
Can I Get a Job With a Domestic Violence Conviction?
If you're like many people, you're worried about the consequences of a domestic violence conviction. In fact, you're probably wondering, "Can I get a job with a domestic violence conviction?" And you're right to be concerned. [...]
Do All Domestic Violence Cases Go to Trial?
If you've been accused of domestic battery, you want to know: Do all domestic violence cases go to trial? What kinds of penalties will you face if you admit guilt or if the court finds you [...]
How Long Do You Go to Jail for Domestic Violence in Illinois?
How long do you go to jail for domestic violence in Illinois? That depends on whether you're found guilty of domestic battery or aggravated domestic battery, and whether you've ever been convicted of either crime in [...]
How Do Most Domestic Violence Cases End?
In Illinois, there are three possible outcomes for a domestic violence case: The court can find you guilty, the court can find you not guilty, or the state can drop the charges. So how do most [...]