If you have been accused of domestic battery, you may be concerned not only about the serious criminal penalties you may face, but also about the potential implications for your life and career if the accusations become public. The potential personal, reputational, and financial consequences of a domestic battery charge becoming public information are significant, especially if the accusations are false. That is why it is important to understand the complexities of this sensitive subject and how our experienced team of high-powered Milwaukee attorneys can defend you if you are facing a domestic battery charge.

Domestic Battery Charges and Penalties

Domestic battery is a type of domestic violence crime in Wisconsin. Domestic battery can be charged when a person commits physical violence or the threat of harm against (1) a spouse or former spouse, (2) an adult with whom the accused resides, or (3) a co-parent.