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The Line Between Domestic Assault and Domestic Battery in IL
Law Offices of Andrew M. Weisberg

January 9, 2021

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In Illinois, when you take certain violent actions against members of your family or household, they’re classified as domestic violence crimes. While a conviction won’t necessarily equate to a whole lot of time behind bars or payment of a whole lot in fines, you will jeopardize your home and family life as well as put…

Illinois Domestic Assault: Is It a Misdemeanor or Felony Charge?
Law Offices of Andrew M. Weisberg

January 29, 2020

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If you think that you could be facing domestic assault charges, knowing what you’re up against is the first step in taking action and fighting back to beat the charges against you. Many clients ask us whether their domestic assault charge will be considered a felony or a misdemeanor. Domestic violence is what’s considered a…

Assault or Domestic Assault: Where Does Illinois Draw the Line?
Law Offices of Andrew M. Weisberg

July 16, 2019

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Regardless of the circumstances, assault of any kind is considered a violent crime. This criminal offense often results in prison time, and a criminal history of violent crime can impact you far longer than any jail sentence. That said, Illinois law does charge episodes of assault and battery separately from domestic violence. Additionally, domestic assault…

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