[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/five-things-about-battery-domestic-violence\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/five-things-about-battery-domestic-violence\/","headline":"Five Things You Need to Know About Battery Domestic Violence in Nevada","name":"Five Things You Need to Know About Battery Domestic Violence in Nevada","description":"Have you been arrested for battery domestic violence in Nevada? Law enforcement and prosecutors take these charges seriously and will aggressively pursue them. Fortunately, an arrest never automatically guarantees a conviction. There are ways you can protect your rights. The … Continue reading →<\/span><\/a>","datePublished":"2021-06-23","dateModified":"2025-10-29","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/author\/steven\/#Person","name":"Steven Altig","url":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/author\/steven\/","identifier":44,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/a8d8cd32c2a03a35c529399beae2d69e526d6d06274a6324512ec563b98bd7f5?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/a8d8cd32c2a03a35c529399beae2d69e526d6d06274a6324512ec563b98bd7f5?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Adras & Altig, Attorneys at Law","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/adras-daltig-law-logo.png","url":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/adras-daltig-law-logo.png","width":437,"height":92}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/domestic-violence.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/domestic-violence.jpg","height":334,"width":500},"url":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/five-things-about-battery-domestic-violence\/","about":["Domestic Violence"],"wordCount":648,"articleBody":"Have you been arrested for battery domestic violence in Nevada? Law enforcement and prosecutors take these charges seriously and will aggressively pursue them. Fortunately, an arrest never automatically guarantees a conviction. There are ways you can protect your rights. The following are five things you should know about battery domestic violence charges in Nevada:1- You Need to Know How Nevada Defines Battery Domestic ViolenceNevada law broadly defines domestic violence as violence against another person in the context of some sort of intimate relationship. This includes violent acts to any of the following people related to the defendant:Spouses or ex-spousesRomantic partnersA co-parentAnyone related to you by blood or marriageThe minor child of any of the people identified aboveTheir minor childThe custodian or legal guardian of their minor childBattery is defined as the crime of intentionally using force or violence against another person. It includes things like punching, kicking, choking, cutting, and throwing objects at somebody. It\u2019s important to know that you do not have to injure someone to be convicted of battery. Strictly speaking, all you have to do is intentionally and unlawfully touch someone in an unwanted, aggressive, or violent manner.If you\u2019re found guilty, the potential penalties for battery domestic violence include hefty fines, time in jail, mandatory domestic violence counseling, and community service. Battery domestic violence has mandatory jail time, even for first offenses. To protect your rights and give yourself the best chance of avoiding these penalties, get help from a knowledgeable Nevada criminal defense attorney.2- You Might Be Able to Get Your Charges ReducedBeing charged with battery domestic violence can be scary and intimidating, but there are many ways to potentially get your charges reduced or dropped. Those methods include:Filing a motion to suppress evidence obtained illegallyDemonstrating that you were acting in self-defensePoking holes in the story from the police and the alleged victimNegotiating a plea agreement with prosecutors to a lesser crime with less onerous penalties, such as simple battery3- A Conviction for Battery Domestic Violence Can Impact Your Child Custody CaseUnsurprisingly, family courts do not look fondly on parents with domestic violence convictions on their record. A domestic violence conviction may cause a judge to rule that it is in the best interests of the child not be in the custody of a parent with a battery domestic violence conviction.4- The Victim Can\u2019t Simply \u2018Drop the Charges\u2019Under Nevada law, police are required to investigate all allegations of domestic violence and make an arrest if warranted. Once an arrest is made, it\u2019s up to the prosecutor to decide if the case goes forward or not. Even if the victim recants and wants the case dropped, the prosecutor can ignore their wishes and press on.5- Unlike with Other Misdemeanors, You Can Get a Jury in Most Battery Domestic Violence CasesThe Nevada Supreme Court has ruled that criminal defendants are entitled to a jury trial in battery domestic violence cases, even if the crime is charged as a misdemeanor. This ruling makes it currently the only misdemeanor in the State of Nevada where a defendant is entitled to a jury trial.Pro Tip – Why You Should Contact a Domestic Violence AttorneyWith your freedom, your ability to see your children, and more at stake, it\u2019s vital to get help from an experienced domestic battery violence attorney if you are facing these charges.\u00a0 At Adras & Altig Attorney at Law, we have more than 40 years of combined experience helping Nevada residents who are facing serious criminal charges, including battery domestic violence charges. Our collaborative approach means you get the full benefit of our entire team when you hire one of our skilled attorneys. Get a free case evaluation by calling our Las Vegas office or visiting our contact page."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Five Things You Need to Know About Battery Domestic Violence in Nevada","item":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/five-things-about-battery-domestic-violence\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]