There are typically two sides to the story in most domestic violence cases. As a former prosecutor, and current Indianapolis domestic violence lawyer, Kevin Potts has seen this scenario play out from both sides of the table in the courtroom. Indiana, under IC 35-42-2-1.3 defines domestic violence as the knowingly or intentionally touching of an individual who is either a spouse, living as a spouse or has a child in common in a rude, insolent or angry manner resulting in bodily injury. This initial misdemeanor offense can be enhanced to a felony offense pending on the seriousness of bodily injury, the age of any children present or whether there have been any previous similar convictions.
There are many unforeseen consequences that can arise when charged with a domestic violence offense including the tarnishing of reputation in the community, potential extended prison sentences and severe costs and fines. You need an experienced domestic violence lawyer who has tried and litigated these types of cases before and understands the legal intricacies and difficulties involved in resolving these types of family straining criminal charges. With Indianapolis domestic violence attorney Kevin Potts, you need look no further. It is imperative you hire an attorney who is well versed in the legal affirmative defense of self-defense in Indiana under I.C. 35-41-3-2 and how self-defense may apply in your case. In cases involving the proverbial “he said-she said” or testimonial evidence, you need an Indianapolis domestic violence lawyer who knows how to apply the broad sweeping protections I.C. 35-41-3-2 provides. Contact Potts Law LLC today for your free consultation: 317-951-0087 or fill out the convenient online form.
