Important Information About Domestic Violence Cases During COVID-19
The Chief Judge of the Seventh Judicial Circuit issued an Order on March 18, 2020, that closes the courthouse to the general public from March 18, 2020 through April 6, 2020. The only hearings that may be held must be deemed by the court as “Mission Critical” hearings.
One such example of a Mission Critical Hearing is hearings involving applications for Injunctions, also known as Restraining Orders. Typically, Injunctions are coupled with an arrest for Domestic Battery when the victim of domestic battery is provided directions on how to seek an Injunction against the Defendant. Here is a link to our articles concerning injunctions.
Attorneys are able to attend the hearings and defend those accused of Domestic Violence and are trying to avoid having an Injunction issued against them. If you have been arrested for Domestic Battery, or someone is seeking an Injunction or a Restraining Order against you, do not do this alone. It is important that you speak to an attorney who is knowledgeable, skilled, and aggressive in defending these matters.
If you are currently seeking an attorney, please contact Thompson Law, P.A. to schedule a free consultation via telephone or Skype.
You may also use our online client inquiry system by clicking here, and Attorney Thompson will contact you to discuss your legal needs. If you choose to allow Attorney Matt Thompson become your attorney, we have the capability of completing all forms online for your convenience and safety.
Our Settlements & Verdicts
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All Charges Reduced Aggravated Assault with a Firearm
Client was accused of shooting a shotgun over the head of two minors. Attorney Thompson did a public records request to discover that officers reported to the scene of the crime the night of the incident and spoke to the victims on the evening the alleged crime occurred and believed the victims to be intoxicated and unreliable. Attorney Thompson conducted depositions of the officers and ultimately all charges were reduced to a misdemeanor and no incarceration.
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All Charges Dismissed Child Abuse Battery
The Client was entangled in a contentious divorce where her ex-husband used the criminal legal system to try to gain leverage against the Client in the family law courts. Attorney Thompson was able to provide documentation, witness statements, and a certificate of completion of a parenting class to get all charges dismissed against the client.
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Penalties Reduced Grand Theft, Fleeing, Possession of a Fictitious Driver’s License
Attorney Matt Thompson, through depositions and litigation was able to show that officers did not act according to the warrant by picking up the client immediately upon sight. The charge of Fleeing or Attempting to Elude Law Enforcement, which carries a mandatory felony conviction, was dismissed by the State and the client was offered probation and no felony conviction.
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All Charges Dismissed Racing on the Highway
Client was arrested after leaving a car show in a fast vehicle. Officers suspected the client of racing another vehicle and police officers pulled him over, drug him out of his vehicle, and arrested him for both racing on the highway and resisting an officer without violence. Upon review of the body camera video, Attorney Matt Thompson raised an excessive use of force complaint against the arresting officer. All charges against the client were dismissed.
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All Charges Dismissed Racing on the Highway
Client was arrested after leaving a car show in a fast vehicle. Officers suspected the client of racing another vehicle and police officers pulled him over, drug him out of his vehicle, and arrested him for both racing on the highway and resisting an officer without violence. Upon review of the body camera video, Attorney Matt Thompson raised an excessive use of force complaint against the arresting officer. All charges against the client were dismissed.
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No Charges Filed and Prevented Arrest Grand Theft
Client was caring for her special needs sister. While caring for her she received advice from bank personnel to place her sister’s Disability Checks into a bank account in the Client’s name to avoid other family members from stealing money. Once the family members discovered this they called the police to investigate the Client. Attorney Thompson put together documentation showing how the money was being spent and met with police to further explain the situation. The police determined that there was no