Kansas City, MO asked in Domestic Violence for Kansas

Q: I have questions about domestic assault please help

My wife threw something at me and then started hitting me in the face after around 5 hits to the face I wrapped my arms around her to stop her from hitting me and yelled stop. Then I let go and l went to a neighbors. I got arrested but the cops said unsure if proaoocuter would take it because she didn’t have marks and I did. I need help

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A: You need an attorney ASAP. You have no choice but to fight this. You should also get a therapist to work out your PTSD issues. Hire a criminal defense attorney with domestic relations experience. Do not talk about this case with anyone else. This forum is no substitute for your own lawyer.

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