Pastor Guilty of Domestic Violence
Posted on May 19, 2011 7:55pm PDT
A pastor in the Dayton, Ohio area has reportedly been sentenced in a domestic violence matter. According to reports, the man who is the father of an NFL star pleaded guilty to a second-degree misdemeanor form of domestic violence involving a family member believing they were in danger of physical harm. As a result of the plea, he had the charges of felony domestic violence and misdemeanor unlawful restraint charge dismissed. He will now reportedly have to attend anger management classes.
Domestic violence charges can be incredibly serious and result in consequences such as jail time and more 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.
