Woman Hurts Family Member in Domestic Violence Matter
Posted on Jul 22, 2010 1:45pm PDT
A woman in the Port Clinton, Ohio area was taken to the Ottawa County Detention Facility after being involved in a domestic violence matter where she allegedly injured a family member. According to reports, Norma Riojas assaulted a man by pushing him, scratching his face and the leg of a child he was holding. He further told police that he lightly slapped her face, but witnesses state that Riojas and the man only argued. Riojas has been released on her own recognizance.
Domestic violence and assault charges are not taken lightly by courts and should be handled properly at all times. There are many difficult legal aspects that you will have to deal with when charged with assault. You will want to protect your rights and ensure that justice is upheld. Being charged with domestic violence or assault can affect your personal and professional life so it's important that you seek help when dealing with this situation.
By working with a criminal defense attorney, you can protect your rights and allow for an expert to handle the difficult legal aspects you will be facing. It's in your best interest to have a defense lawyer working on your behalf so that you do not have to worry about how to handle your case. If you or someone you know is being charged with assault then you should take the time to contact a defense attorney to begin discussing your case and moving forward.
