Domestic Violence

In Indiana, the law doesn’t use the word “assault” the way you might expect. Instead, the state focuses on “battery” to describe offenses that involve harmful or offensive contact. These charges vary depending on the situation and who is involved. Below is an overview...

When Child Protective Services (CPS) intervenes in a child's life, parents often wonder how long the process will take. In Indiana, a Child in Need of Services (CHINS) case follows a specific timeline, but the length varies depending on the situation. Understanding...

Whether a quarrel got out of hand or there was a complete misunderstanding that led to your arrest, facing domestic violence charges is understandably distressing. A conviction could derail your career, damage your reputation, destroy your relationship with your...

Family relationships can get very complicated, especially when there are children involved. Maybe your mother thinks that you’re an irresponsible parent and doesn’t like the distance you keep between her and your child. Maybe your ex-spouse or their relatives have...

Allegations of domestic violence can lead to a host of issues for the person accused. Not only do you get arrested or taken out of the home where you live, but you could find yourself facing criminal charges and numerous kinds of consequences. While you may not relish...

In Indiana, domestic violence incidents are treated with the utmost gravity. If your spouse, partner or a family member has accused you of abuse, you may find that they have received a protective order against you. This order has the possibility to upend your routines...