March 25, 2026
Assault and Battery (Household) Member
A hardworking Union specialist was charged with Domestic Assault and Battery. It is noteworthy that he recently completed probation for the same charge with a different female. In this case, client met a woman and she moved in a relatively short period. The relationship between client and his girlfriend was fraught with constant fighting which at times became physical. Girlfriend went to police and explained that client had been repeatedly physical with her and on that day grabbed her violently by the face, pushed her up against bathroom wall and threw her to the floor. Client admitted to police physical contact. More concerning was girlfriend detailed several prior incidents of violence and brought pictures detailing injury. Although client was not charged with prior acts of violence, they would be admissible in his trial under what is called a prior and subsequent bad act. When a prior acts of uncharged violence is brought it makes the case even more challenging since a judge or jury would likely be heavily influenced or even repelled from the cumulative repetitive nature of criminal offenses. In the end, a reasonable plea offer was made with no jail. Attorney Barabino argued for a disposition that permitted the client to have the case dismissed if completed probation which judge allowed. The girlfriend was also very decent and considerate to the matter which aided in a successful resolution of the case.
RESULT: Disparate Plea for Defense.