Legal Question in Criminal Law in Illinois

My boyfriend and i fought last week, and even though i "threw the first punch" he was arrested. It seems the cops are ignoring the fact that i threw something at him first to trigger what followed. Is there anything i can do at this point to make sure these charges dont stick?


Asked on 3/03/16, 8:11 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael R. Nack Michael R. Nack, Attorney at Law

I've seen this a thousand times. You can talk to the state's attorney. But, if criminal charges were filed, it's "the People" versus your boyfriend, not you versus your boyfriend. If you are in a relationship that involves violence, you should seek counseling, and do whatever you need to do to protect yourself, even if it means ending the relationship.

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Answered on 3/19/16, 3:59 pm


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