Columbus Domestic Violence Attorney

Ohio law defines domestic violence very broadly. The definition includes nearly any type of physical assault, attempted physical assault, or verbal threats a person makes against a family member or someone living as a family member. People from all walks of life, including both men and women, are arrested and charged with domestic violence every day.

Are you being faced with charges for domestic violence? If so, contact our Columbus Domestic Violence Attorney today!

The police may arrest a person for domestic violence if they have probable cause to believe that he or she committed the crime. Domestic violence cases are exceedingly difficult to resolve and police fear lawsuits if they fail to remove one of the parties and violence recurs after they leave. For these reasons, the police almost always make an arrest when they are called for domestic violence, even if it's just a minor argument.

The ambiguity of Ohio law often creates legal problems for people charged with domestic violence. When a domestic dispute escalates to the point where law enforcement officials become involved, people get caught up in a system that is difficult to understand and navigate. Oftentimes, people are confused about what to do after being charged with domestic violence. A knowledgeable and experienced Columbus Domestic Violence Attorney can help make sense of the law for you.

If you are facing charges of domestic violence you may be concerned about what impact the charges will have on you, other members of your family, and the custody of your children. The consequences of a domestic violence charge can be life altering. You will need to hire an attorney that can protect you and your rights. An experienced Columbus Domestic Violence Attorney will explain your side of the story and fight for your rights.

At the law office of Funkhouser Law, domestic violence cases are taken very seriously. Douglas Funkhouser is a knowledgeable Columbus Domestic Violence Attorney who has extensive experience in handling charges of domestic violence. He will advise you on some of the potential consequences and issues that come up in a domestic violence case and will represent your interests.

Are you being faced with charges for domestic violence? If so, contact our Columbus Domestic Violence Attorney today!

In order to better assist you, here are a few FAQs about domestic violence:

• Is domestic violence a serious crime?
• What if the "victim" and I only had a minor argument?
• What should I do if I have been charged with domestic violence?

This site is intended as general information and does not establish an attorney client relationship with the office of Douglas A. Funkhouser Co., L.P.A.

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