Wisconsin Domestic Violence FAQ

Criminal domestic violence offenses can include many different crimes, including assault and battery. A person could be charged with a crime of domestic violence if they threaten or actually abuse a person who lives under the same roof as them. A domestic violence charge could also result when a person sexually assaults a household member. A criminal conviction for a crime of domestic violence can be far-reaching and could impact the accused’s life for a long period of time.

If you were recently charged with a domestic violence offense, it is important that you retain skilled legal counsel in your case as quickly as possible. Your attorney might be able to raise one or more legal defenses on your behalf at trial or negotiate a reasonable plea deal with the state’s attorney who is prosecuting your case.

For more information about how we could assist with defending you against your criminal domestic violence charge, please call us today at (715) 514-5051 or contact us online.

What are the Potential Penalties for a Domestic Violence Conviction?

When a prosecutor is able to obtain a conviction against someone for a crime of domestic violence, the offender could be looking at some serious legal and collateral consequences. The legal consequences of a domestic violence crime conviction can include:

●      Mandatory fines and jail time

●      Court-imposed community service

●      Court-ordered probation

●      No contact orders

In addition, a person who has a domestic violence conviction on their record will likely have a difficult time obtaining employment, going to school at a college or university, and sometimes finding a decent place to live.

What are Some Defenses to a Crime of Domestic Violence?

Individuals accused of a domestic violence offense might be in a position to raise a legal defense to their criminal charge. For example, the accused person might have an alibi or that they acted with a proportionate amount of force in self-defense. In some cases – especially where minor children are involved – individuals will bring false domestic violence charges against their spouse or partner in order to obtain custody of the children. The accused individual may be able to allege this improper motive as a defense to their domestic violence charge.

Contact Cohen Law Offices Today

With so much riding on the line in the way of potential penalties, it is a serious mistake to represent yourself in a Wisconsin domestic violence proceeding. The skilled legal team at Cohen Law Offices will work hard to safeguard your legal and constitutional rights while your case is pending and will help you to achieve the best result possible in your case.

To schedule a free case evaluation and legal consultation with a knowledgeable Wisconsin domestic violence defense lawyer, please call Cohen Law Offices today at (715) 514-5051 or contact us