If the state of Illinois has accused you of domestic battery, will you have to get on the stand and defend yourself? This guide explains. Can You Refuse to Testify in a Domestic Battery Case Against [...]
If you’re like many people, you may think that a man can’t claim self-defense against a woman in a domestic battery case – but is that true? This guide explains. Can a Man Claim Self-Defense Against [...]
If you have a domestic battery conviction, you may be wondering if it's possible to get a job or continue working for the government. This guide explains. Can You Work for the Government if You Have [...]
It's no secret that employers often run background checks on potential employees. But what if you have a conviction for domestic battery? Can your employer see that on a background check? This guide explains. Can Your [...]
When you're accused of domestic battery, one of the defenses you may be able to claim is self-defense. This guide explains what that means and how it could help your case. Can You Claim Self-Defense in [...]
No one saw the alleged domestic battery incident that led to your trial? You may still be convicted. This guide explains what evidence the prosecution can use to build a case against you. What if There [...]
In any criminal trial, evidence is key. Whether the prosecution or the defense has more compelling evidence can mean the difference between a guilty or not guilty verdict. In domestic battery cases, this is especially true, [...]
In the state of Illinois, a domestic battery conviction – even if it's a misdemeanor – is very serious. Many people wonder whether they'll have to turn in their firearm owner identification (FOID) cards and their [...]
If you're like most people, you freeze up when the police want to question you about a crime that they suspect you committed - but what happens if you lie when they're questioning you about domestic [...]
Aggravated domestic battery is a serious crime in Illinois, and if you have a conviction for it in your past, you may be wondering whether it’ll show up on a background check. This guide explains. Does [...]
