Domestic Offences

Domestic allegations are emotionally charged and life-altering. ASL defends them with sensitivity, discretion and rigour.

Calm, careful defence of domestic allegations

Allegations arising in a domestic context assault, harassment, controlling or coercive behaviour, or breach of a protective order are treated extremely seriously and can have immediate consequences for your home, your children and your liberty.

These cases are often complex, with disputed accounts and high emotion. We approach them calmly and thoroughly, ensuring your side of the story is properly presented.
“Disputed accounts require careful, fair scrutiny not assumptions. We make sure your account is fully heard.”

Offences we regularly defend

Common assault, ABH and GBH in a domestic context
Controlling or coercive behaviour
Harassment and stalking
Breach of a restraining or non-molestation order

How ASL defends your case

We examine the evidence, the history between the parties, and any messages or records that put the allegation in context. We advise clearly on bail conditions and protective orders.

Careful analysis of messages and disputed accounts
Clear advice on bail and protective orders
Sensitive, confidential handling throughout

Discretion and your family’s wellbeing are central to how we work.

If you or someone you care about has been arrested or invited for a voluntary interview, do not answer questions until you have spoken to us. The earliest advice is the most valuable advice.

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Domestic abuse offences we cover

We defend domestic-related allegations with sensitivity and rigour, including the bail conditions and protective orders that often accompany them.

Common assault & battery
s.39 CJA 1988
Actual bodily harm (ABH)
s.47 OAPA 1861
Grievous bodily harm (GBH)
s.18 / s.20 OAPA 1861
Controlling or coercive behaviour
s.76 SCA 2015
Harassment
s.2 / s.4 PfHA 1997
Stalking
s.2A / s.4A PfHA 1997
Criminal damage
CDA 1971
Breach of a non-molestation order
Breach of a restraining order
Breach of bail conditions
Malicious communications
s.1 MCA 1988
Disclosing private sexual images ("revenge porn")
s.33 CJCA 2015
False imprisonment
Child cruelty
s.1 C&YPA 1933
This list is not exhaustive and is provided for general guidance only. If the charge you are facing is not shown here, we almost certainly defend it  get in touch and we will tell you straight away.

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