I Got Into a Fight With My Brother – Is That Domestic Battery?

By |2021-07-16T21:45:33-05:00July 19th, 2021|Domestic Violence|

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 [...]

Can You Be Charged With Domestic Battery if You Slap Your Husband?

By |2021-06-22T02:15:53-05:00June 22nd, 2021|Aggravated Domestic Battery, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence|

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?

By |2021-05-27T14:24:24-05:00May 31st, 2021|Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence|

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 [...]

Penalties for Domestic Battery Charges in Illinois

By |2021-05-27T14:01:46-05:00May 24th, 2021|Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence|

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 [...]

Do False Allegations of Domestic Battery Stay On Your Criminal Record?

By |2021-05-10T01:47:03-05:00May 10th, 2021|False Accusations of Domestic Violence|

If you’re like many people who have been falsely accused of domestic battery or aggravated domestic battery, you want to know whether the offense will stay on your criminal record. Here’s the scoop on these types [...]

What Happens to First-Time Domestic Violence Offenders in Illinois?

By |2021-05-10T01:25:31-05:00May 3rd, 2021|Domestic Battery, False Accusations of Domestic Violence|

If you’re like many people facing domestic battery charges in Illinois, you don’t know what happens next – and although every case is different, it’s probably in your best interest to get in touch with a [...]

What Sentence Will You Get for Domestic Battery in Illinois?

By |2021-03-24T04:53:15-05:00March 23rd, 2021|Domestic Battery|

What sentence will you get for domestic battery in Illinois? It depends - but if you're being charged with this crime, you may want to speak with a Chicago domestic battery defense attorney as soon as [...]

Domestic Abuse: Definition, Examples and More

By |2021-02-22T13:02:05-06:00February 22nd, 2021|Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence, False Accusations of Domestic Violence|

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?

By |2021-02-08T03:08:28-06:00February 8th, 2021|Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence|

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 [...]

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