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A crime of domestic violence means any crime involving an act of violence where the victim had or has an intimate relationship with the actor, and includes any crime where the reason was as a method of coercion, control, punishment, intimidation, or revenge directed against a person whom the actor has or had an intimate relationship. Any crime, depending on identity of the alleged victim, can be considered a crime of domestic violence, from apparently nonviolent felonies down to misdemeanors. If you are charged with such a crime, a conviction could mean losing many of your constitutional rights, including your right to bear arms. A conviction for a crime involving domestic violence could also have long lasting and devastating effects on your right to parent your children. A domestic violence charge may result from a moment of bad judgment, an accident of circumstances, or a simple miscommuncation. It is critical that you speak with the experienced attorneys at Bloch & Chapleau before you make any decisions that could have lifelong consequences regarding a charge involving domestic violence.