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Misdemeanor Crime of Domestic Violence

What Is Domestic Violence in North Carolina?

In North Carolina, Domestic Violence means the commission of one or more of the following acts upon an aggrieved party or upon a minor child residing with or in the custody of the aggrieved party by a person with whom the aggrieved party has or has had a personal relationship. These acts do not include acts of self-defense under North Carolina law. You can read more on the statute here. Call us at 336-802-1090 if you need a professional Domestic Violence defense in Greensboro, NC

What to Do If You Are Falsely Accused of Domestic Violence

At Aberle and Connolly, PLLC, our Greensboro domestic violence defense attorneys provide strategic, aggressive representation tailored to your case.. It is important that you do not speak about your charge with anyone. You should provide your attorney with supporting documentation and witnesses that support you being falsely accused. Remember, your best defense is to not contact the victim in your case. Usually a Judge will issue a no contact order as part of your bond condition or you could have a 50B order that prohibits you from having contact with the victim.

Legal Definition of Misdemeanor Crime of Domestic Violence

Under North Carolina General Statutes 14‑32.5, domestic violence is:

(a) Offense and Punishment. – A person is guilty of a Class A1 misdemeanor if that person uses or attempts to use physical force, or threatens the use of a deadly weapon, against another person and the person who commits the offense is:

(1) A current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.

(2) A person with whom the victim shares a child in common.

(3) A person who is cohabitating with or has cohabitated with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian.

(4) A person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.

(5) A person who has a current or recent former dating relationship with the victim.

(b) Definition. – For purposes of this section, the term "dating relationship" is as defined in 18 U.S.C. § 921. (2023‑14, s. 8.3(a).)

Dating Relation according to U.S.C. § 921 is defined as:

(37)(A) The term "dating relationship" means a relationship between individuals who have or have recently had a continuing serious relationship of a romantic or intimate nature.

(B) Whether a relationship constitutes a dating relationship under subparagraph (A) shall be determined based on consideration of-

(i) the length of the relationship;

(ii) the nature of the relationship; and

(iii) the frequency and type of interaction between the individuals involved in the relationship.

What Is a Domestic Hold in Greensboro, NC?

In Greensboro, NC when you are arrested for Misdemeanor Crime of Domestic Violence, the magistrate cannot release you. This means you will stay in jail until first appearance and appear in front of a judge, hence the name domestic hold.

Can Domestic Violence charges be dropped in North Carolina?

A charge like this in Greensboro, NC can be dropped but only through the District Attorney's office in Guilford County, NC. The victim cannot drop charges as that is up to the District Attorney's office now. That is why it is important to get in contact with an experienced domestic violence lawyer at Aberle and Connolly, PLLC in Greensboro, NC to help you navigate this.

Reviews from our Clients

Aberle and Connolly is proud that we have represented numerous clients facing Domestic Violence charges or even just assault charges.

Julie Wall [Connolly] has done nothing short of amaze me with the outcomes of the charges I had. Out of 6 charges, Domestic [Violence] and Criminal, she has got 5 completely dropped and the last one reduced already from a Felony to a Misdemeanor and soon that one will be dropped …. she has fought for me and I appreciate everything her and her firm has done for me. If you want a lawyer who cares and gets results, call her. I enjoy seeing her each court date because she always has good news. Thanks miss Wall [Connolly]!

— JOSHUA HYATT, GOOGLE.COM

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