Domestic Abuse
Domestic Abuse Defence Solicitor Birmingham
Domestic abuse allegations are taken seriously by the police and Crown Prosecution Service and are actively prosecuted even where the complainant does not wish to proceed. David Roy provides criminal defence representation for individuals facing domestic abuse charges in Birmingham and the West Midlands.
Offences David defends
Assault, battery, ABH and GBH in a domestic context, controlling or coercive behaviour under section 76 of the Serious Crime Act 2015, stalking and harassment under the Protection from Harassment Act 1997, and breaches of non-molestation orders.
Controlling or coercive behaviour
Section 76 of the Serious Crime Act 2015 created a specific offence of controlling or coercive behaviour in an intimate or family relationship. This offence carries a maximum sentence of five years imprisonment. It is behaviour-based rather than incident-based, meaning that a pattern of conduct over time may be relied on as evidence.
Prosecution without the complainant’s consent
Police and prosecutors may proceed with a domestic abuse case even where the complainant withdraws their complaint or does not wish to give evidence. David advises on the full range of options and defences available in these circumstances.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions
Facing a charge in Birmingham? Call David Roy.
Free police station advice available. Call 07525 802931 for a confidential, no-obligation discussion.
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