While it depends on the circumstances and every case has different facts, here are some examples of defenses:
- accidental injuries: no harm was ever intended
- self-defense: you were not the one to initiate or instigate a physical confrontation and you were attacked or threatened first
- self-inflicted injuries: the alleged victim harmed himself/herself and is falsely blaming you
- allegations are falsely made: motivations to lie include but are not limited to family court matters, child custody battles, money dispute, revenge or anger, pending divorce, threats to abandon the relationship, claims of infidelity