Domestic Violence
Brian C. Morrissey is a defense lawyer who effectively represents individuals accused of domestic violence. Mr. Morrissey has defended numerous cases of domestic violence in court. Prosecutors, police officers, and the State of Ohio take domestic violence charges very seriously. An officer called to the scene of a domestic disturbance will likely arrest a person accused of domestic abuse. Prosecutors also have the ability to file the charge, regardless of whether the alleged victim wants them to.
What types of penalties do I face?
If convicted of domestic violence in Ohio, the penalties are serious. You can face a maximum jail term of 180 days, probation, batterers intervention program or anger management classes as a condition of probation, fines, restitution, and a permanent criminal record.
Additionally, a conviction of domestic violence can be a permanent part of a criminal record and can preclude a person from ever legally carrying or owning a firearm.
If you have been charged with domestic violence in the greater Toledo area, you need an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney to represent you. Attorney Brian C. Morrissey has experience dealing with the complexities and challenges of the criminal justice system. Whether you choose to enter into a plea agreement or take your case to trial, Mr. Morrissey has the knowledge and experience required to help guide you through the process and to achieve satisfying results.
Call now at (419) 242-8214 for a free, no obligation, consultation. Our offices are conveniently located in downtown Toledo at the corner of Madison and Superior in the courtyard of the Huntington Center at 241 N. Superior Street, Suite 200, Toledo, Ohio 43604.
What types of penalties do I face?
If convicted of domestic violence in Ohio, the penalties are serious. You can face a maximum jail term of 180 days, probation, batterers intervention program or anger management classes as a condition of probation, fines, restitution, and a permanent criminal record.
Additionally, a conviction of domestic violence can be a permanent part of a criminal record and can preclude a person from ever legally carrying or owning a firearm.
If you have been charged with domestic violence in the greater Toledo area, you need an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney to represent you. Attorney Brian C. Morrissey has experience dealing with the complexities and challenges of the criminal justice system. Whether you choose to enter into a plea agreement or take your case to trial, Mr. Morrissey has the knowledge and experience required to help guide you through the process and to achieve satisfying results.
Call now at (419) 242-8214 for a free, no obligation, consultation. Our offices are conveniently located in downtown Toledo at the corner of Madison and Superior in the courtyard of the Huntington Center at 241 N. Superior Street, Suite 200, Toledo, Ohio 43604.