Indiana Domestic Violence Criminal Defense Lawyer

While several domestic violence charges in Indiana are Class A misdemeanor offenses, some rise to the level of a felony. In either case, your reputation and possibly your freedom may be at stake.

An Indiana domestic violence criminal defense lawyer from the Law Offices of Shane O’Donnell will mount your defense today.

Charges That Can Qualify as Domestic Violence in Indiana

In Indiana, you may face a family law case if you stand accused of:

• Assault
• Battery
• Harassment
• Stalking
• Threatening 
• Any other act that falls under the purview of domestic violence

Domestic violence can apply if you share a residence with the alleged victim, are in a romantic relationship, are family, or are parties to a protection order. If you are the defendant in a domestic violence case, your future is on the line. 

What Is at Stake If You Are Convicted of a Domestic Violence Charge in Indiana?

Ind. Code § 35-42-2-1.3 is among the statutes that determine what legal penalties you face for a domestic violence conviction. In great detail, it explains the specific actions that could escalate a misdemeanor domestic battery offense to a felony. 

Our firm will review the specific charges you face and the sentences they could lead to, and potential consequences include:

• Jail time
• Prison time
• Fines
• Protection orders
• Mandatory community service
• Probation

A conviction is harmful in its own right. Having a conviction of domestic violence on your record could prevent you from obtaining desirable housing, employment, parental rights, and financial services.

Why Choose the Law Offices of Shane O’Donnell to Defend You?

Domestic violence cases are always serious, and it is pivotal that you hire an experienced lawyer to represent you. The Law Offices of Shane O’Donnell counts domestic violence defense as a key practice area.

Our firm:

• Fights for clients in Northwest Indiana, meaning that we are familiar with courts in the region
• Provides dedicated legal service, tailoring our approach to your case and your needs
• Provides each client with their attorney’s number, ensuring that you will be able to reach your lawyer whenever you need them
• Fights for the best possible outcome in domestic violence cases like yours

You have the right to a defense by an attorney. We’ll work relentlessly to help you move past this potentially life-changing criminal charge and to protect you from the harm that a conviction brings.

How Our Firm Will Fight for You

Our attorneys and paralegals will mount the strongest defense we possibly can. Our responsibilities generally include:

• Gathering and reviewing evidence
• Developing a legal strategy based on the facts of your case
• Seeking any possible dismissal of charges
• Exploring potential plea agreements
• Fighting for a not-guilty verdict in court, if your case requires us to

We have a singular mission in cases like yours: Achieve the best possible outcome based on your unique circumstances. By achieving this goal, we will minimize the harm that your charges pose and help you move forward.

Call an Indiana Domestic Violence Defense Attorney Today to Discuss Your Case

An attorney from our firm can mount your defense against a domestic violence charge today, but we need to hear from you first. Contact the Law Offices of Shane O’Donnell today to discuss your defense.