Brother of Boxer Gets Jail Time for Domestic Violence
Posted on Mar 22, 2010 3:15pm PDT
Michael Pavlik Jr., brother of boxing champion Kelly Pavlik, has been sentenced to jail for domestic violence. The altercation involved Pavlik reportedly punching a woman in the eye, throwing her into a coffee table and dragging her across the floor. He had originally been charged with felony domestic violence, but it was reduced to a misdemeanor in the plea agreement, so he will be spending two months in jail.
Courts do not take domestic violence charges lightly, but it’s important to know that you do have options if you find yourself in this situation. Domestic violence charges can leave you facing jail time and heavy fines among other consequences. You need to know that in cases like this, you do have rights that should be protected. You can resolve this matter in a beneficial way if your case is handled properly.
By working with a criminal defense attorney, you will be able to move forward with your life as your lawyer handles your case. A defense lawyer will know how to approach your case in a way that will always protect your rights. You can trust in a defense attorney to deal with difficult court proceedings on your behalf. Please take some time to contact a criminal defense lawyer and begin discussing your case.