Domestic Violence

Kansas City Domestic Violence – Case Scenario:

Domestic violence is violence that occurs between members of the family or household. These parties are specific and are defined by Missouri Statute: 

• Spouses, present or former
• Any person related by blood or marriage
• Persons presently or formerly residing together
• Any person who is or has been in a continuing social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the victim
• Anyone who has a child in common regardless of whether they have been married or have resided together at any time. S.455.010(7)

Various methods are often used to dominate and control the abused party, including:

• Controlling the money
• Verbal abuse
• Manipulating the children
• Intimidation and threats
• Emotional abuse

A domestic violence relationship reaches a point where an altercation results between two or more parties. The police arrive, make a quick assessment, and if the officer believes probable cause exists and that an incident of domestic violence occurred, he will arrest one or more of the parties. At that point the alleged abuser is jailed until he goes before the court where a protective order is issued commanding the abuser to stay away from the victim. A future court date is scheduled. You are advised to obtain representation by an experienced Kansas City domestic violence attorney. Your future is at stake now, including your freedom to visit your home, your children, your pets, and your domestic partner. Even if the alleged victim chooses to drop the case and not press charges, you will not be permitted to violate the protective order.

Call our office for a free consultation with a Kansas City domestic violence attorney. We will help you understand your options. There is no obligation for this visit.