Q: I am a victim of domestic violence. My offender pleaded guilty to a class c misdeameanor. I want to sue him in civilct
I need references to an attorney that can help me. The abuse happened in his home in Desoto Texas.
A:
If you want to sue for money damages then you're probably looking for an attorney who practices Personal Injury law.
A guilty plea to a Class C misdemeanor domestic violence may not, in and of itself, help you prove any significant monetary damages. There are two types of class C assaults, (1) Assault By Threat, and (2) Assault by Offensive or Provocative Physical Contact. The contact is such that it does not cause injury or even pain. Also, if the offender entered a plea of No Contest instead of Guilty then you can't use the plea against them in civil court.
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