Lebanon Domestic Violence Attorney
When police respond to a domestic disturbance and observe signs of abuse or receive allegations of assault, an arrest is often made. Those often quick decisions by law enforcement can lead to long-term hardships and challenges for the person charged with domestic abuse. If you are facing accusations that you harmed a romantic partner, family member, or a member of your household, you can rely on a Lebanon domestic violence lawyer to take steps to clear your name.
A Collaborative Team of Attorneys and Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialists
When your future is on the line, the experience and training of your legal representation matter. The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley P.C. can provide you with focused, results-driven legal representation. We have five lead attorneys who are Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialists.
This high level of certification by the National Board of Trial Advocacy matters in high-stakes cases where domestic abuse is alleged. We assign at least two attorneys and a paralegal to every case we manage so our clients have the strongest chance of avoiding a life-altering conviction.
Understanding Domestic Violence Charges in Boone County
The violent crime rate in Lebanon is 1.653 per 1,000 residents in a typical year, and domestic violence charges contribute to that figure. Domestic violence affects an estimated 10 million people every year, and Indiana describes the crime as involving violence, threats of violence, or abusive behavior toward a family or household member.
Specific allegations could include battery, intimidation, harassment, and stalking. These cases often include victims listed as spouses, dating partners, parents, children, and individuals who share a household. An arrest for this offense typically results in booking at Boone County Jail, located at 1905 Indianapolis Avenue.
Legal Strategies for Defending Against Domestic Battery Allegations
Whether you were arrested in Sunbrook, Chadwick Village, or elsewhere in Lebanon, a domestic violence charge can lead to serious penalties. The right defense can protect a defendant from a conviction that could lead to confinement in jail and heavy fines.
One defense strategy could focus on the nature of the alleged incident. If both the victim and suspect were engaged in verbal threats and attacks, that could call into question the criminality of either party’s actions. Self-defense is another viable defense strategy that could lead to charges being dropped.
Why You Should Hire a Domestic Violence Lawyer
When you hire a domestic violence lawyer, you greatly reduce the chances that you join the roughly 49,000 people currently behind bars in Indiana. A Lebanon domestic violence attorney brings years or decades of experience applying domestic violence laws to domestic violence cases.
They can question the allegations by presenting evidence that reveals what really did or did not happen on the day of the incident. Attorneys are skilled investigators and negotiators who focus their efforts on protecting their clients from false or exaggerated accusations.
Choose a Defense Team With Proven Trial Experience
Domestic violence charges can be a serious threat to your freedom. When you work with The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley P.C., you gain the support of a law firm that has five Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialists and a former prosecutor. We understand the stakes and how to undo the damage to your reputation. Don’t delay securing the high-quality representation your case deserves. Contact our office today.
*Andrew Baldwin, Kathie Perry, Maxwell Wiley, Kelly Pyle, and Michael C. Cunningham are Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialists, as certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Find out why having a Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialist as your defense lawyer is important here.