If you’re charged with domestic battery in Chicago, Skokie, Rolling Meadows or any of the other communities outside the city, you’re looking at serious penalties – and if you’re convicted, this crime will follow you around [...]
If you’re like many people, you’ve heard of a civil order of protection – but what is it, and what can you do if someone files one against you? What is a Civil Order of Protection? [...]
Can you go to jail for a first offense of domestic battery? Many people are surprised to discover that you can go to jail for your first offense on a domestic battery charge. in fact, the [...]
Domestic battery is a serious crime in Illinois – and it’s one that sticks with you forever if you’re convicted. It’ll remain on your permanent criminal record, which could prevent you from finding a job, getting [...]
Getting the best domestic violence defense lawyer for your specific situation is essential when you’ve been accused of domestic battery – and there are a few ways you can help your attorney get you the best [...]
False accusations of domestic battery can be tremendously harmful – and if you’re convicted, that record will follow you for the rest of your life. For most people, it makes sense to work with a domestic [...]
If someone takes out an order of protection against you due to a domestic battery or aggravated domestic battery incident, you’re probably wondering how that affects your FOID and your right to possess a firearm. Here’s [...]
If you’re like many people who have been accused of some type of domestic violence crime, you’ve wondered, “How serious is a domestic battery charge?” While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to that question, here’s what you [...]
If you’ve been accused of domestic battery, the person who accused you may have asked the judge for a restraining order – typically called an order of protection – against you. Even if you’re not there [...]
In the state of Illinois, domestic violence is a crime – and it’s one that carries serious penalties. If you’re accused of domestic violence (the legal term is domestic battery), you may want to talk to [...]
