Domestic Partner Corporal Injuries

Legal Definition

“Intentionally causing bodily injury to an intimate partner” is a serious crime.

This code describes the crime of bodily injury to an intimate partner, which can also be called Domestic Violence, Domestic Abuse, Spousal Abuse, Causing Bodily Injury.

Penalties

Intentionally causing bodily injury is what is known as a wobbling offense under California law. This means that it can be charged either as a Misdemeanor or as a Felony. And this offense is further aggravated depending on the defendant’s criminal history.

Also, as a domestic violence offense, an intentional conviction of bodily injury may lead to serious immigration consequences for defendants who are not U.S. citizens.

At Progresso Legal Group P.C., we can handle your case and make sure you do not lose the privilege of remaining in this country.