The Two Types of Domestic Battery in Illinois
Domestic battery in Illinois is a serious crime - and it's one that, if you're convicted, can land you in prison. Here's what you need to know about the two main types of domestic battery under [...]
Spousal Abuse Charges in Illinois: What You Need to Know
Spousal abuse charges are extremely serious - and if you're convicted of a domestic violence crime, you could spend the next several years behind bars. For most people charged with spousal abuse, it makes sense to [...]
How Serious is a Domestic Battery Charge?
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 [...]
What is the Penalty for Domestic Battery in Illinois?
If you’re convicted of domestic battery in Illinois, you’re looking at some serious penalties – even if it’s your first offense. Domestic Battery Overview There are actually two classifications for this type of crime in Illinois: [...]
The Illinois Domestic Violence Act
The Illinois Domestic Violence Act defines domestic battery and aggravated domestic battery, and it outlines the criteria necessary for a court to convict someone of either one of those crimes. The law also addresses orders of [...]