Domestic Violence charges
Domestic Violence Defense
Brandon Shroy served as a domestic violence prosecutor for 6 years and as a domestic violence defense attorney since 2011. He now uses that knowledge to craft your best domestic violence defense. Domestic violence arrests are based on one side of a two sided story. If you haven’t felt heard by the system you need a legal defense that forces the issue.
If you're facing a domestic violence charges in Columbus or Franklin County, it’s critical to act quickly. Brandon Shroy helps accused people understand their options, protect their rights, and fight to keep a single mistake from defining their future.
Domestic Violence Penalties
Arrest is how domestic violence cases begin as Ohio has a “preferred arrest” policy for responding police officers. Upon appearing at a bond hearing Judges decide bond amount and whether or not a Defendant can return to their home during the long court process. Even misdemeanor Domestic Violence charges carry up to 180 days in jail and fines of $1,000. Felony Domestic Violence carries up to 36 months in prison and $5,000 in fines.
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What is the Minimum Punishment for a Domestic Violence Charge?
A misdemeanor Domestic Violence charges is NOT a conviction. Domestic Violence charges can be dismissed. Being charged does not mean you are guilty. Optimal outcomes for Defendants will be a process and involve confidence that your attorney can maneuver the Court process.
What is a TPO as part of a Domestic Violence Charge?
When going through court for Domestic Violence, Defendants are typically served with a temporary protection order (TPO). This order is entered into BCI - the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigations - and is visible to police officers who are ordered to limit your rights to home, family, and even freedom.
Who is the Best Attorney for a Domestic Violence Case?
Experience with criminal cases involving family has unique challenges is crucial. Brandon Shroy has handled hundreds of cases involving domestic violence and offers comprehensive defense to address the personal, professional, and legal issues that arise from Domestic Violence cases. He knows the players involved in the court system from years of exclusively practicing criminal law. Every story has two sides.
FAQS ABOUT domestic violence | DOMESTIC BATTERY CHARGES
+ Who is a family or household member under Ohio Law?
- If you reside or have resided with a spouse, a person living as a spouse, or a former spouse;
- A parent, a foster parent, or a child of the respondent, or another person related by consanguinity or affinity to the respondent;
- A parent or a child of a spouse, person living as a spouse, or former spouse of the respondent, or another person related by consanguinity or affinity to a spouse, person living as a spouse, or former spouse of the respondent;
- The natural parent of any child of whom the respondent is the other natural parent or is the putative other natural parent.
+ Does a Domestic Violence charge mean there will always be a protection order while my case is pending?
A judge’s order to stay away during a criminal charge is called a temporary protection order. This type of order must be requested by the victim or a prosecutor on the victim’s behalf.
+ Will a Domestic Violence allegation against me mean I will not be able to go home?
In most cases, yes. Under §2903.213, a Judge can, at arraignment, issue a protection order if they believe the safety of the alleged victim is compromised.
+ Can I possess a firearm with a domestic violence violence charge?
No. A domestic violence charge pending against you will disqualify you from gun ownership. Click here to see what the United States Department of Justice says about individuals convicted of domestic violence possessing firearms.
+ How do prosecutors help with protection orders?
Domestic Violence reports to law enforcement are met with vigorous investigation with the deck stacked toward prosecuting attorneys. This normally means police entering your home, and immediate arrest if there is physical evidence that matches the story of the report. Columbus has prosecuting attorneys who specialize in domestic violence and stalking prosecution. They offer resources regarding what to expect outside and inside of court and will assist in obtaining protection orders free of charge. Your only resource for this information will be your defense attorney.
TYPES OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE | DOMESTIC BATTERY CHARGES IN OHIO
Domestic Violence - knowingly or recklessly causing physical harm; threatening a family or household member with physical force. The severity of the offense and injury is what decides whether it is filed as a misdemeanor or a felony.
Brandon Shroy has spent years defending and winning Domestic Violence | Domestic Battery cases in Central Ohio.
As your attorney, Brandon Shroy will utilize his extensive criminal defense experience and leverage his reputation as an aggressive litigator to fight on your behalf and deliver the best possible outcome.
Brandon practices in all Central Ohio courts including the Federal District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, the Courts of Common Pleas, Municipal courts and Mayor's courts.
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