Legal Question in Criminal Law in Missouri

being accused of child abuse

My son & daughter went to school & accused my husband & I of child abuse. I have been charged with 3rd degree assault & child abuse. What does it take to be proven quilty, & what could the possible outcome be? My kids have made up most of the things that we are being charged with, have admitted to spanking my kids, no brute force has ever happened. It was also said that my husband & I also fight quite abit & he has put my head through the wall, this is also untrue. Where do we stand?


Asked on 9/25/05, 5:24 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Richard Stevens The Stevens Law Firm

Re: being accused of child abuse

the state must have enough evidence to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. talk to a lawyer in person

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Answered on 10/04/05, 12:20 pm
Michael R. Nack Michael R. Nack, Attorney at Law

Re: being accused of child abuse

In the first place, these are very serious charges, and you absolutely must do whatever it takes to defend them successfully. Depending upon exactly how you were charged, you are facing jail time and a fine. But more importantly, if you are convicted you may also face losing your children. I have handled several such cases including one where the mother used an electrical cord for a "belt" to administer her spanking. This was a normal act in her family, but it was not acceptable to the courts. I would strongly advise you to hire the best criminal defense lawyer you can afford, and although this might be somewhat expensive, it will be worth it in the long run.

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Answered on 9/25/05, 5:55 pm


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