Pre-trial probation for Newton man charged with domestic assault and battery.

Newton District Court Docket # 08-0888 . The prosecution alleged that on November 21, 2008 at 10:30 p.m. Newton Police Officers responded to a call for a report of a domestic disturbance. Upon their arrival they spoke with a neighbor who reported that he heard loud noises as if people were wrestling. They were also yelling and screaming. Officers then entered the defendant’s home. They observed furniture overturned and personal items appearing to have been thrown around the home. The victim was interviewed in a room separate and apart from the defendant. She reported that our client struck her in the face with a closed fist. The police observed marks consistent with the woman’s representations. Attorney Neyman succeeded in getting pre-trial probation for our client pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 276 Section 87. Provided he remains free from criminal problems the case will be dismissed. If our client does not successfully complete his probationary period the prosecution can do no more than reinstate the charges against the defendant and he will be able to fight the case.