BLOSSER Cases and issues we address
- Allegations of physical harm, attempted harm, or threats involving a family or household member
- First-offense and enhanced domestic-violence charges
- Related assault, strangulation, menacing, stalking, or protection-order allegations
- Cases involving temporary protection orders and no-contact conditions
What careful case preparation examines
Follow every court order
A no-contact or protection order remains enforceable unless the court changes it—even if the other person initiates contact. Violating an order can create a new case and damage the defense. Ask counsel how to address housing, children, or property lawfully.
Statements and witness evidence
The case may involve 911 audio, body-camera video, photographs, medical records, texts, neighbors, children, and statements made under stress. Recantation does not automatically end a case; the prosecutor, not the complaining witness, controls the charge.
Self-defense and disputed events
In some cases, injuries, scene evidence, prior messages, witness accounts, or the sequence of events supports self-defense or contradicts the accusation. Early preservation of information can be critical.
Consequences beyond the courtroom
A conviction can affect employment, housing, custody disputes, firearm rights, and future charging levels. Any proposed resolution should be evaluated for both the immediate penalty and longer-term effects.
Frequently asked questions
Can the alleged victim drop the charge?
The prosecutor decides whether to continue. The wishes of the complaining witness may be considered, but they do not automatically dismiss a criminal case.
May I return home or communicate about the children?
Only if all bond, no-contact, and protection-order terms allow it. Do not rely on informal permission. Seek a court-approved modification through counsel when appropriate.
Should I post my side online?
No. Posts, messages, deleted content, and indirect contact can become evidence or be viewed as violating an order. Preserve information and discuss it privately with your attorney.