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Domestic Violence

Sep. 4 2024

How to Use Character Witnesses to Defend Against Domestic Violence Charges

Male Public Defender Presenting Case, Making Passionate Speech to Judge, Jury.
Posted By: azhari dev
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When you’re facing domestic violence charges, the stakes are high. A conviction can mean serious legal consequences and personal repercussions. One way to defend against these charges is to use character witnesses. Character witnesses can testify about your character and challenge the [...]
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Jul. 17 2024

How Self-Defense Claims Affect Domestic Battery Cases

Female hand stopping male arm before domestic violence attack.
Posted By: azhari dev
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In legal proceedings, particularly those involving domestic battery, the concept of self-defense frequently emerges as a pivotal argument. Understanding how self-defense claims can influence the outcomes of these cases is crucial. This article explores the intricacies of such claims, examining [...]
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Sep. 1 2022

How Is Domestic Violence Proven in IL?

Posted By: Sami Azhari
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When you’re up against criminal charges, you’re facing something that can change your life. The way your family and friends see you can be permanently altered, not to mention the impact it can have on your future career or education. When facing charges for domestic violence, the impact [...]
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Jul. 15 2022

Does Domestic Violence Have to Occur at Home?

Posted By: Sami Azhari
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Domestic violence is an issue that concerns lawmakers and peace officers alike in Illinois. Fighting between family members or members of the same household is a problem that occurs frequently – leading to arrests and, ultimately, charges for serious offenses such as domestic [...]
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Jun. 9 2022

Does Your Pet Need an IL Protective Order?

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Pets are often considered part of the family. In Illinois, the legal system really considers them to be a part of your family, because they can be a part of your domestic violence protective order. Those in domestic violence situations with partners who are abusive worry not only about their [...]
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May. 13 2022

IL: Difference Between Domestic Violence and Sexual Violence

Posted By: Sami Azhari

The state of Illinois takes domestic violence very seriously, but it’s not the only crime. You often hear of sexual violence taking place in the same space as domestic violence, so they are intertwined issues – but two different things legally. While these two charges may be considered [...]
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Apr. 14 2022

Can You Commit IL Domestic Battery Without Hitting Anyone?

Posted By: Sami Azhari

A common question people seem to have about domestic battery is: Can you really be charged with this crime if you never actually hit anyone? It’s a good question, but it doesn’t have a simple answer. Domestic battery is a very complex crime, and domestic violence cases require a lot of [...]
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Apr. 7 2022

Domestic Violence Charge in IL: Was it Self Defense?

Posted By: Sami Azhari
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Domestic violence charges are often very significant. After all, no one wants to be labeled as an abuser. That’s why the court gives you an opportunity to defend yourself against domestic violence charges and clear your name. For some people, an altercation they had with a partner that led [...]
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Feb. 17 2022

Is Shoving Someone Considered Domestic Violence in IL?

Posted By: Sami Azhari

In Illinois, domestic violence is taken very seriously. That’s why the law explicitly defines what sort of actions constitute domestic violence – and what do not. Sometimes, arguments can get heated, or situations can boil over. This may result in a person reacting in a way that they may [...]
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Jan. 20 2022

How Can Domestic Violence in Illinois Result in Federal Charges?

Posted By: Sami Azhari

Domestic violence is something taken seriously by the state of Illinois – as well as the federal government. That’s why sometimes you may perpetrate an act of domestic violence in the state but find yourself facing charges in federal court. Why does this happen? Here’s what you need to [...]
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