WILLIS V. STATE
888 N.E.2d 177 (2008)
NATURE OF THE CASE: This was a dispute over the domestic authority of parents to
discipline their children. Willis (D) appealed a conviction for battery on her child a Class
A misdemeanor.
FACTS: Willis (D) is a single mother with a son who has a serious history of
untruthfulness and taking property belonging to others. The 11-year-old boy took clothes
from D and gave them at school and then lied about the conduct. Willis tried to reason and
get him to admit his wrong but he continued to lie about the issues. D then spanked him 5-7
times with either a belt or an extension cord. The boy then went to school that next Monday
and asked to see the school nurse. The nurse looked at the bruises and contacted child
protective services who contacted the police. D was arrested and found guilty. D appealed
contending she has the right as a parent to use force in raising her child.
ISSUE:
RULE OF LAW:
HOLDING AND DECISION:
LEGAL ANALYSIS:
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