Hinsdale Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer

Attorneys Representing DuPage County Clients Charged With Domestic Abuse

In Illinois, a domestic battery charge is an offense that can harm you in many ways beyond the charge itself. Regardless of whether the alleged victim of the abuse wants to prosecute, you will need a lawyer because the state's attorney will prosecute. How you deal with a felony or misdemeanor domestic violence arrest, or charges of child abuse, can impact you in criminal court, civil court, and family court. It can affect family relationships for years to come. Make sure you have an experienced criminal defense lawyer who will listen to you and help you limit the consequences of your arrest.

At Kathryn L. Harry & Associates, P.C., we represent clients in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, including cities in DuPage County, Will County, and Kane County. Our familiarity with the criminal courts and the order of protection process allows us to best represent you.

Domestic Battery in Illinois

Domestic battery is defined as the unlawful touching or harming of a member of the family, a member of your household, a person you are dating, or a person you have a domestic relationship with (the other parent of your child, for example).

Can you fight the charges? Yes. Tell your domestic battery lawyer exactly what happened. What occurred, when, and how? How did the arrest happen? The resolution of this case may have lasting repercussions.

• You could be convicted and placed on probation or face another type of sentence, such as conditional discharge.
• Your arrest could affect parental responsibility or parenting time rights. It could also affect your rights and obligations in a divorce case.
• You may also need to defend a civil Order of Protection against you.
• Depending on circumstances, a domestic violence arrest may result in a lesser charge which is expungable.
• Court supervision is not a possible sentence for domestic battery.

Contact an Experienced Hinsdale Domestic Battery Attorney

If you have been arrested for domestic violence, an experienced criminal defense attorney can help you understand your rights and options. At Kathryn L. Harry & Associates, P.C., we bring over 25 years of experience in criminal defense and we are always ready to assist you with your case. Contact our Oak Brook domestic violence defense attorneys at 630-472-9700 for a free initial consultation. Serving Lombard, Wheaton, Downers Grove, Burr Ridge, Western Springs, Willowbrook, Clarendon Hills, and surrounding areas.