What Do I Do When I Have Been Charged with Domestic Violence?

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Domestic violence charges can be an overwhelming and frightening experience. If you have found yourself in this situation, read these legal insights from one of the experienced St. Louis criminal defense lawyers at Bruntrager & Billings. What Is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence refers to a range of abusive behaviors, including physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, perpetrated by one household member against another. In Missouri, the laws regarding domestic violence are complex, and a conviction can have severe consequences, including jail time, fines, restraining orders, loss of child custody, and damage to your reputation. The Legal Process Arrest and Booking If you have been charged...