The common law definition of Assault is the placing of another person in reasonable apprehension of receiving a battery. A Battery is the unlawful...

Can the judge issue a warrent for arrest of a victim in a domestic battery charge for not coming to court?

Yes is the simple and direct answer to your inquiry. You should seek the advice of an experienced local criminal defense lawyer before acting or...

If someone stabs one else is that a class x felony?

Class X felonies in Illinois are non-probation able and carry a minimum mandatory sentence of six years in prison. Class A misdemeanors are...

In nc if you were accused of committing a domestic violence act and the accuser recanted the statement cn the judge sentence you

If a judge sentenced you then that judge has jurisdiction over the case and you. If a violation of a condition of the sentence or "dismissal...

Can I still press charges ?

Contact the local police and any and all domestic violence support groups you can ASAP. Your safety in the first priority. After which is the...

Can you claim embezzlement on your taxes if there was no police report or conviction?

Was the embezzlement a loss if you agreed not to pursue the claim in exchange for a contractual obligation? Many factors must be considered to...

Fired for embezzlement but not arrested, now what?

Consult and retain an experienced criminal defense attorney ASAP. Many other factors must be considered to answer your question with an answer it...

I had a preliminary hearing with my public defender who got the case dismissed but I wanted to know why?

Local policy some times is applied instead of the letter of the law.

What is the differnce between battery charges and domestic violence

Consult a local attorney to determine the statutory definition and the different ramifications of the DV/A and battery charges in Wisconsin. In...

Enhanced for a leadership role that was never mentioned in trial in 2004 Can we fight this?

To confirm the excellent answers given in this forum obtain a copy of the entire record and have an experienced federal criminal defense lawyer...