Domestic Battery

Touching a partner or ex in a harmful or offensive way.

Less serious. Up to 1 year in county jail.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

1. 1You touched the person harmfully on purpose
2. 2They are your spouse, ex, dating partner, or co-parent

Possible punishment

Up to 1 year jail and $2,000 fine; 52-week class.