The code section on domestic assault defines a domestic abuse victim as any of the following:
Current or former spouses
Individuals who currently live or formerly lived together
Individuals who are dating or have dated, or who have or have had a sexual relationship, excluding social or business acquaintances
Relatives by blood, adoption, or marriage, whether current or former
Additionally, domestic abuse victims may be adult or minor children of any individuals who currently are or formerly were in any of those relationships. Since the consequences of a domestic assault conviction may be severe, individuals may wish to seek the advice of domestic violence lawyer in Chattanooga.