Man Charged with Domestic Violence Against Ex-Wife

A man has been charged twice with domestic violence in a matter with his ex-wife where he allegedly struck her over an argument on where they should keep a baby rooster in their house. According to the police report, Marcos Flavio Mondragon backhanded the woman and grabbed her roughly by the arm. As a result, he is being charged with two counts of disorderly conduct-domestic abuse. These are misdemeanors that carry a penalty of a possible 90 days in jail.          

Domestic violence charges can be incredibly serious and result in consequences such as jail time and heavy fines depending on the situation. It's important that you understand what you are being charged with and how you should go about resolving this matter. You do have rights to protect during this difficult time and options to do so. Begin the process of moving forward with your life.

It's in your best interest to work with a criminal defense lawyer who will understand your case and be able to guide you through this difficult process. A defense attorney will know how to deal with court proceedings and any other aspects necessary. You can count on a defense lawyer to always have your best interest in mind while fighting to protect your rights. Please take some time today to contact a criminal defense attorney and begin discussing the details of your case.