Q: Is "domestic violence-knowingly cause physical harm" a misdemeanor or felony? What is the max sentence in Ohio?
A: Whether a domestic violence charge is a misdemeanor or a felony depends on a few things not included in your inquiry. If the victim was pregnant, it is a felony. If the offender has previous conviction(s) for domestic violence or assault against a family or household member, it is a felony. If there was serious physical harm, it is a felony. Which degree and the applicable punishments depend also on these things. Anyone facing a domestic violence charge whether a misdemeanor or a felony should hire an attorney immediately. Even a misdemeanor DV conviction has serious consequences and may not be expungeable.
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