Johnson County Domestic Battery Defense Attorney
Are You Facing Domestic Battery Charges?
Domestic battery charged can be filed if a family or household member intentionally or recklessly causes bodily harm to another family or household member, or if a family or household member intentionally causes physical contact with a family or household member when done in a rude, insulting or angry manner. This involves members who are at least 18 years of age and are current or former spouses, parents or stepparents, children or stepchildren, those residing together now or in the past, or those with a child or unborn child in common, regardless of whether they are legally married.
- It is important to contact an Overland Park criminal defense attorney for legal assistance and a professional defense, as domestic violence allegations are serious. With over 30 years of experience, the Neighbors Law Office has helped countless individuals in Johnson County, facing all types of criminal charges including domestic battery.
Penalties for Domestic Battery
- A conviction in a domestic battery charge can mean imprisonment, fines, probation, and court mandated domestic violence prevention programs for the offender as follows:
- First offense - Class B person misdemeanor and sentence of 48 hours - 6 months imprisonment, fines of $200-$500, possible domestic violence prevention program
- Second offense - Class A person misdemeanor if convicted within 5 years of the previous offense, sentence of 90 days - 1-year imprisonment, fines $500-$1,000, and other conditions regarding work release program before probation or any other release
- Third offense - Felony if convicted within 5 years for the third time, 90 days - 1-year imprisonment, fines $1,000-$2,500, and strict conditions for release on probation.
I am experienced in defending clients and understand that each case is unique as are the circumstances surrounding the domestic battery charges. It is important to have an attorney at each step of the legal process from the time of arrest, at arraignment and all court hearings. Make an appointment today for a consultation with a dedicated criminal defense attorney to protect your rights and freedoms.
Contact an Overland Park domestic battery defense lawyer if you are charged with domestic battery and need legal help.
Commonly Asked Questions
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 913-648-3360 today!
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Because it is illegal, under Kansas law, to plea bargain a DUI charge, the plea options, in a Kansas DUI matter, are usually limited to the following:
- Take the matter to Trial
- Consider diversion (if the person is eligible for diversion)
- Consider a plea of guilty, or no contest, to the DUI charge (if no better option is available) with negotiated plea minimums and, possible, dismissal of non-DUI charges that may be accompanying the DUI charge
A 4th alternative may be having the DUI charge dismissed IF the defense can show the prosecution that there is insufficient evidence to support a conviction to the charge - however, only an experienced attorney can understand the complexities of a DUI case, and conduct the relevant discovery (reports, lab results, video/audio recordings, and witness statements) needed to show the prosecution the true weaknesses to their prosecution case. I believe that every client deserves to have the best result possible under the circumstances of their case. I educate my clients on the relevant law regarding their factual circumstances so that my client can make the best decision possible regarding the outcome of their case.
- To receive clear cut answers to your questions on DUI charges, contact an Overland Park DUI lawyer from my firm.
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My name is Steve Neighbors, and I've successfully practiced law for 30 years. I have purposefully narrowed the scope of my practice to concentrate on DUI defense and in my experience, it is only through aggressive, and thorough, defense work, in opposition to the prosecution of DUI charges, that my client will obtain the best outcome possible. Your freedoms and rights are at stake; and, with a knowledgeable attorney working for you, there are many times when your charges can either be reduced, or dismissed (for insufficient evidence to convict) - which could result in the penalties you face being diminished.
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That depends upon the exact DUI offense you have been charged with, the severity of the crime and your prior DUI history. Commonly, DUI offenses are penalized by fines, community service, driver's license suspension, a jail sentence and possible impoundment of your vehicle. In addition, you will have to attend an alcohol awareness program. In some cases, an ignition interlock device will be installed in your car.
For more serious charges such as multiple DUI, felony DUI or vehicular manslaughter the penalties increase substantially.
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