A common question we get from clients is, “How can that be domestic violence?” The definition of domestic violence is more broad than most people think. Quick quiz to test your knowledge of the definition of domestic violence: Q: If a husband and wife get into a verbal argument and, during that argument, the wife… Read more »
Posts Tagged: domestic violence
Domestic Violence in Papua New Guinea
I was recently lucky enough to attend an event focused on ending the domestic violence in Papua New Guinea. Senisim Pasin is a strategic Papua New Guinea Tribal Foundation initiative in alliance with the National Strategy for Responsible Sustainable Development. Two thirds (7 out of 10) of the women in Papua New Guinea will experience… Read more »
“PPIR” and Domestic Violence Cases in Colorado Springs
The police arrested me and charged me with a domestic violence-based crime in Colorado Springs, and the District Attorney is asking if I want to do a PPIR. What does he mean? This blog post is not legal advice. To retain counsel, please contact one of the attorneys at Dahl, Fischer & Wilks LLC. Colorado… Read more »
Grand Jury Indicts Manziel for Assault
Former Cleveland Browns quarterback, Johnny Manziel, is rumored to have been indicted by a grand jury for assaulting his girlfriend back in January. His girlfriend, Colleen Crowley, alleged that he hit her so hard it burst her eardrum. Grand juries usually hear felony level allegations, but the prosecution decided to take Manziel’s case to the… Read more »
Domestic Violence Felony Law
On Sunday, the Denver Post ran an article on the habitual domestic violence offender law. This law, while infrequently used, allows prosecutors to charge a felony based on the number of prior domestic violence related convictions. The article provides the perspective of various metro area District Attorney Offices. El Paso County uses the law the… Read more »
Denver Municipal Case Dismissed
One of Stephanie’s clients had his case dismissed today. He was charged in Denver municipal court with a domestic violence charge. After a personal meeting with the prosecutor, at which Stephanie presented information her client had provided, the City decided to dismiss the case. Because the case was completely dismissed, the client may immediately file… Read more »
Domestic Violence Cases Dismissed
We want to recognize the perseverance of one of our clients who got his case dismissed this week. He was charged with felony level domestic violence. From the beginning, the client said he was innocent and would not plead to something he did not do. This client deserves recognition because he not only stated his… Read more »
U.S. Women's Goalkeeper Pleads Not Guilty to Domestic Violence Charges
Hope Solo Pleads Not Guilty to Domestic Violence Assault Charges Hope Solo, goalkeeper for the U.S. women’s soccer team, was arrested over the weekend for allegedly assaulting her step-sister and nephew. She was charged with two counts of fourth degree assault as acts of domestic violence. Solo appeared in court today with her attorney and… Read more »
U.S. Soccer Player Arrested for Domestic Violence
Hope Solo, goalkeeper for the Seattle Reign women’s soccer team, was arrested overnight for domestic violence. Solo is being held without bail pending investigation. She is accused of hitting her sister and nephew, causing visible injuries. Police were called to Solo’s home on a report of an assault and noise disturbance. If the reported information… Read more »
Elway's Son Arrested for Domestic Violence Assault Charges
Jack Elway Arrested for Domestic Violence Jack Elway, John Elway’s son, was arrested over the weekend after allegedly assaulting his girlfriend. Domestic violence assault charges require arrest and Elway had to be seen by a judge before being released on bond. Elway was released on a $550 bond. He is scheduled to be back in… Read more »
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