Domestic Violence

Violence between spouses, ex-spouses, people in a relationship, family members or cohabitants is classified as domestic violence. This may involve physical, sexual or emotional abuse, as well as child endangerment, child abuse and child molestation. Spousal rape is also a form of domestic violence. 

Most often, an individual facing domestic violence charges will face enhanced penalties if a child was the victim. Typical penalties for a domestic violence conviction include: county jail or state prison sentence, fines, anger management and counseling. Restraining orders and orders of protection are also usually involved in the case of domestic violence.

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