If you have been charged with domestic violence in Maine, you are not alone. Domestic violence is one of the most common charges brought in Maine. These crimes can carry serious penalties, including losing the right to own or possess a firearm forever. A conviction for domestic violence assault can be used against the defendant in the family law matters that usually follow these situations. If your constitutional rights are in jeopardy, make sure that you are proactive in defending yourself. Our experienced domestic violence defense attorneys are ready to fight for your rights.
Under Maine law, domestic violence includes assault, which occurs when someone intentionally or recklessly causes physical injury or offensive touch to a family member. Domestic violence also encompasses criminal threatening, terrorizing, stalking, and reckless conduct. Domestic violence charges can apply when the other person in question is a current or former spouse or domestic partner, a co-parent, adult household member, current or former sexual partner, or someone who lives with you currently or who lived with you in the past. These charges can even be between a parent and a child.
Most domestic violence crimes are Class D offenses, punishable by up to a year in jail and a $2,000 fine. Class D offenses are misdemeanors. Unlike other misdemeanors, domestic violence defendants can be placed on two years of probation and face other serious consequences including loss of firearms rights and loss of child custody. If there are aggravating factors, domestic violence crimes can be charged as a felony. Where the State alleges that strangulation occurred, the defense can be charged with felony aggravated assault, which can carry up to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine.
The experienced criminal defense attorneys at STEVE SMITH Trial Lawyers have an abundance of experience representing those facing domestic violence charges. We will fight to make sure that your rights are protected and do everything that we can to get your charges dismissed. Contact STEVE SMITH Trial Lawyers today to find out how we can help you.
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