Can Self-Defense Be Used as a Defense to Assault and Battery Charges?
Self-defense can be a strong defense against criminal allegations involving a crime of violence, like an assault or battery.
Assault
Kevin Spacey in Court to Address Sexual Assault Charges
Actor Kevin Spacey faced a judge last month to address accusations of sexual assault.
Kevin Spacey Accused of Sexual Assault
A few years ago Kevin Spacey disappeared from the public eye.
When the Stress of the Holidays Turns to Domestic Violence
It’s commonly believed that domestic violence cases increase during the holiday times.
Fischer Maintains Innocence Following Sexual Allegations
Richard Fischer still maintains that he is innocent despite the fact that at least 16 women have stepped forward to accuse him of sexually assaulting them.
Reality TV Star and Surgeon Accused of Sex Crime
A Former Bravo reality TV star and his girlfriend have been charged with multiple counts of a sex crime.
Sexual Assault Allegations Against Brett Kavanaugh
Dr. Christine Blasey Ford has come forward with sexual assault allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh.
Sheriff's Deputy Facing Sexual Misconduct Charges
Nineteen women have stepped forward to accuse San Diego County sheriff’s deputy Richard Fischer of sexual misconduct.
Morgan Freemen Accused of Sexual Assault
Morgan Freeman is the latest actor to be accused of of sexual harassment or inappropriate behavior.
Bill Cosby Found Guilty of Sexual Assault
A jury has found Bill Cosby guilty of three counts of aggravated indecent assault for drugging and sexually assaulting Andrea Constand at his home in a Philadelphia suburb in 2004.