Domestic Violence Dismissal

March 12, 2020
Domestic Violence
Client is hardworking, married father in an otherwise healthy relationship with his wife. His wife is also hardworking and very pleasant. According to police, there was an occasion where the wife made an accusation that client struck her with a pillow. Wife called police, even though her intent was only to admonish him and not have him arrested. However, client was arrested and charged with a criminal offense. Couple soon after retained Attorney Barabino. Attorney Barabino gave them a detailed explanation of the criminal procedure involved and explained to them how every police department has its own arrest policy. Client and Attorney Barabino went to trial with expectation that case could be resolved then on marital privilege. On the day of trial this happened, and the case was ultimately dismissed.
RESULT: Case resolved with NO RECORD.