It can be scary to be charged with a domestic battery, the battery is usually with a loved one and could affect a person’s living situation, family dynamic, and future.

As a former prosecutor and public defender, we have a lot of experience with these cases, and understand that it can be very emotional. Our experience gives us the unique advantage on getting you the best possible result for your case.

Looking for more answers on Domestic Battery?
See our frequently asked questions below.

You need two things for a domestic battery:

(1) Unlawful use of force or violence on another person; and
(2) Domestic relationship.

Battery means any willful and unlawful use of force or violence upon the person of another. The following are domestic relationships which are included.

• Spouse or former spouse;
• Any person related by blood or marriage;
• Any person with whom the person has had or is having a dating relationship;
• Any person with whom the person has a child in common, the minor child of any of those persons, the person’s minor child or any other person who has been appointed the custodian or legal guardian for the person’s minor child.

• Misdemeanor;
• 2 days to 6 months in jail;
• 48 hours to 120 hours of community service;
• $200 to $1,000 fine plus assessments;
• At least 6 months of weekly counseling of 1.5 hours per week at your expense.

• Misdemeanor;
• 20 days to 6 months in jail;
• 100 to 200 hours of community service;
• $500 to $1,000 fine plus assessments;
• At least 12 months of weekly counseling of 1.5 hours per week at your expense.

• Category B Felony;
• Mandatory Prison;
• 1-6 years in the Nevada Department of Corrections;
• $1,000-$5,000 fine plus assessments.

Yes, you can never own or possess a firearm again.

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