If you are charged with a domestic violence act, there are certain repercussions that may not even cross your mind. Included in these potential problems are professional license issues and civil penalties.

Professional License Issues. If you are a professional by trade, there could be various consequences of a conviction for domestic violence. In some instances, you may lose your license to practice a certain trade, or you may be fired. If you are in the military and your military position requires you to bear a firearm, you could be discharged or reassigned to a non-firearm bearing position. No matter what your career, your case must be handled by a lawyer who is experienced in dealing with these sensitive issues.

Civil Penalties. Assault, battery and stalking are crimes that are also civil wrongs. This means that, regardless of the outcome of your criminal case, you may be financially liable to your partner. He or she can sue you, separate and apart from your criminal case. If you are sued and you lose, you could be responsible for the amount of the judgment, court costs and even your partner’s attorney’s fees.

Contact an attorney today. He or she will help decide what actions should be taken to prevent these serious repercussions of a domestic violence charge.