Aggressive Domestic Violence Defense in Southwest Ohio

Strategic Defense Against Domestic Violence & Protective Orders

At the Law Office of David A. Chicarelli Co., LPA, we provide compassionate yet unyielding defense for individuals accused of domestic violence, domestic battery, and protection order violations across Warren, Montgomery, Butler, and Hamilton counties. Domestic allegations carry severe immediate consequences—including forced removal from your residence, loss of child contact, firearm restrictions, and permanent violent crime records.

Our domestic defense practice manages all aspects of domestic dispute litigation, including:

• Misdemeanor & Felony Domestic Violence (R.C. 2919.25): Defending first-degree misdemeanor charges and felony escalations involving prior offenses or pregnant victims.
• Temporary & Civil Protection Order (TPO/CPO) Hearings: Fighting restrictive restraining orders in criminal and domestic relations courts.
• Self-Defense & Defense of Property: Proving lawful self-preservation during chaotic domestic altercations.
• Protection Order Violation Defense: Defending allegations of unauthorized communication, proximity, or electronic contact.

What Do I Do If Accused of Domestic Violence?

If law enforcement responds to a domestic dispute, remaining calm and protecting your legal rights is essential. Follow these vital steps immediately:

1. Provide Required ID & Invoke Your Rights

• Identify yourself clearly: Present your legal name and ID to responding officers.
• Refuse voluntary statements: State firmly: "I am identifying myself, but I will not answer questions without my lawyer."

2. Comply Strictly with Protection Order Terms

• Vacate if ordered: If served with a TPO or CPO, leave the premises immediately without argument.
• No direct or indirect contact: Refrain from calls, texts, third-party messages, or social media interaction.

3. Gather Digital & Physical Evidence

• Preserve text & email threads: Backup complete message histories that show relationship context.
• Photograph injuries: Capture clear images of scratches, bruises, or torn clothing sustained during the altercation.

4. Retain Dual Criminal & Family Law Counsel

• Work with veteran litigators: Hire counsel experienced in both criminal court defense and domestic relations protection order hearings.
• Former judicial authority: The Law Office of David A. Chicarelli Co., LPA leverages over 50 years of trial experience to protect your rights.